About Stromatolite
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- Geology
- Metaphysical, Spiritual and Healing** Properties***
Stromatolites
Taxonomy: Kingdom Bacteria : Phylum Cyanobacteria: Class Cyanophyceae : Order Chroococcales : Family Chroococcaceae
Stromatolites are a type of rock consisting of the fossilized remains of cyanobacteria (blue-green algae) that grew in shallow water. The bacteria bind sedimentary particles together to form layers that can form mounds. They usually have thin, alternating light and dark layers that can be flat, hummocky, or dome shaped.
They are found in marine, intertidal and freshwater environments. Present-day stromatolites are found in Western Australia and the Bahamas.
Fossil stromatolites are some of the oldest fossils yet found, typically dating back over 3 billion years.
The name comes from the Greek word stroma (mattress) and lithos (rock).
Spiritual, Metaphysical and Healing Properties
Stromatolite is said to be a stone of transformation, assisting healing at an emotional level. Stromatolite gently removes blockages within the meridians and chakras. Stromatolite is a good meditation aid assisting with past life recall. Stromatolite teaches the purpose of life on Earth and our part in it.
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* Mineralogical information is from mindat.org and other internet sources
** Always consult with your medical professional for any physical or long-term healing issues.
*** Metaphysical properties come from:
Love Is in the Earth (1995) Melody, Earth-Love Publishing House, 726 pp.
The Crystal Bible, A Definitive Guide to Crystals (2003) Judy Hall, Walking Stick Press, 399 pp.