Description

Pinus carmelensis Axelrod
Middle Miocene (Mohnian)
Aguajito Shale Member, Monterey Fm.
Carmel, California, USA

Big 69mm cone on 100mm matrix.

Land plant remains are rare finds at Monterey Shale sites better known for mollusk and pea crab impressions. You might find a partial leaf or some pine needles but something like a pine cone is a real prize.