The Prehistoric Plant is like no other plant. The distinctively shaped leaves appear to be from a different, distant time in the past, and their unusual leaves are more likely to be taken as plastic than real foliage. These regal specimens are steady growers and very long lived. Their stiff, evergreen leaves can grow up to 5 feet long and contain over 200 leaflets! Ancient civilizations have also used Prehistoric Plants as a food source. These plants are the oldest seed bearing plants on Earth, pre-dating dinosaurs in the fossil record and have lasted in their original form for millions of years. When you grow these striking plants, you really are bringing a piece of history to life! Ages 4 and up.