By: Dr. Abbas Haddadin -A small plant twig preserved in Jordanian Amber, dating back approximately 140 million years, appears similar to twigs of plants belonging to the mint family (Lamiaceae), such as sage or Marrubium.
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The structure of the twig, including its branching pattern and surface texture, suggests a resemblance to aromatic plants that grow in warm environments.
The preservation of such delicate plant material in Amber provides valuable evidence about the vegetation that existed in the region during the Early Cretaceous period. These inclusions help scientists understand the ancient forest ecosystem where resin-producing trees once grew.
Discoveries like this continue to reveal the remarkable botanical diversity preserved in Jordanian Amber and offer a rare glimpse into plant life that existed alongside dinosaurs millions of years ago.
The pictures show plants preserved in Jordainian Amber that are similar to sage or marrubium plants.