Plant diversity II Topic: Lepidocarpon By V. Mahalakshmi 1 st M.sc. Botany 24PBO114
Introduction Lepidocarpon is a genus of extinct plants belonging to the family Lepidocarpaceae, primarily known from fossil records dating back to the Late Paleozoic and Mesozoic eras. These plants are characterized by their distinctive leaf structures and reproductive features, which provide insight into the evolutionary history of gymnosperms. Lepidocarpon likely inhabited diverse environments, contributing to our understanding of ancient ecosystems. Its morphology suggests adaptations to varying climates and ecological niches during its existence. Fossil evidence of Lepidocarpon is reconstructing past flora and studying the evolution of seed plants.
Systematic position Class : Lycopsida Order : Leptidodenrales Family : Lapidocarpaceae Genus : Lepidocarpon