How to identify petrified wood species?

Carefully look at each stone sample for distinctive features that may help you determine what type of wood it came from. Some trees can be identified based on the growth rings or different colors unique to different species. Others may have distinctive shapes or patterns that can help you narrow down the possibilities.

What are the signs of petrified wood?

Most petrified wood is tan, light brown or gray, and some varieties are black or white. The wood is often streaked or mottled, making it easy to identify. The most obvious sign of petrified wood is the stone-like appearance of the wood. Even the most hardy plants cannot survive petrification, and petrified wood is a great example of nature’s hardy creation.

How to identify petrified wood pieces?

Petrified wood looks like logs, branches, or branches covered in small pieces of wood. It takes on an amber color when it’s fully dry. There are many different species of petrified wood, each with a unique color and appearance. To learn more about different species and how to identify them, check out our other helpful petrified wood guide.

How to identify petrified wood samples?

As mentioned, petrified wood can be found in a variety of different colors, from a light tan to almost black, so it’s important to know what color the wood is before ordering or purchasing samples. Also, some petrified wood species are harder than others, which can impact how they break apart.

How to identify petrified wood online?

The best way to identify a specific species of petrified wood online is by looking at pictures. While many websites provide descriptions, you should be wary of these as they can be misspelled or simply not very accurate. Fortunately, you can find plenty of great images online to help you identify your sample. Petrified wood is often found in books and on the internet, but these are often in black and white. Fortunately, many websites are now providing high-quality images in vibrant color taken from the wood