Jasper
Opaque, patterned chalcedony in endless colours – one of the most widely used stones in human history.
Petrified Wood
Also known as: Fossil wood
Ancient trees turned to stone, cell by cell – including the famous petrified forest on Lesvos, Greece.
- ColourBrown, Red, Grey, Cream
- Mineral groupFossil (quartz, chalcedony or opal)
- ChemistryMostly SiO₂
- Hardness (Mohs)6.5–7
- Crystal systemFossil
- Where it's foundUSA (Arizona), Madagascar, Greece (Lesvos), Indonesia, Argentina
- ChakraRoot
- ZodiacLeo
What is Petrified Wood?
Petrified Wood astrology & birthstone
- Zodiac signsLeo
- Ruling planet—
- ElementEarth
- Birthstone month—
Zodiac, planet and element links come from crystal-lore traditions and vary between authors. Birthstone months follow the American Gem Society list.
Petrified Wood meaning & traditional properties
- Grounding
- Patience
- Stability
Traditional and metaphysical properties are shared for cultural and educational interest. Crystals are not a substitute for medical advice or treatment.
How to use Petrified Wood
How to care for Petrified Wood
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Rituals & pairings
Pair Petrified Wood with a protection & cleansing ritual
A traditional cleansing ritual for resetting your space and feeling protected.
Traditionally paired with: White sage or palo santo smudge sticks · Dragon's blood, frankincense or myrrh incense · A white or black candle
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Petrified Wood jewellery & pendulums
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Petrified Wood FAQs
How does wood turn into stone?
Buried wood is slowly replaced by minerals such as quartz, preserving its structure.
Is there petrified wood in Greece?
Yes – the Petrified Forest of Lesvos is a UNESCO Global Geopark.
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