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Araucaria, a genus of coniferous trees, is part of the family Araucariaceae, which includes modern species like the Monkey Puzzle tree and Norfolk Island pine. Fossilised wood from Araucaria species, particularly from Madagascar, provides valuable insights into the ancient ecosystems and climatic conditions of the Triassic period, over 200 million years ago .   Geological Context The fossilised wood of Araucaria from Madagascar dates back to the Triassic period, a time when the super continent Pangaea was beginning to break apart. This period is characterized by significant geological and climatic changes, which influenced the distribution and evolution of plant species.  The fossilised...

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