First indisputable fossil Ilex (Aquifoliales: Aquifoliaceae) flower found in Baltic amber
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A fossil of an Ilex flower has been found in Baltic amber, with the discovery being considered the first indisputable example of its kind. The fossil is significant as it belongs to the Aquifoliaceae family, specifically the order Aquifoliales. This find provides a notable addition to the record of fossilized plant life.