The Pollen Genus Classopollis Pflug, 1953

Abstract

Following a review of previous literature on Classopollis Pflug, 1953, and a discussion of its nomenclature, type species, and diagnosis, this pollen genus is here emended on the basis of numerous specimens recovered from Permian to Upper Cretaceous rocks in Canada. The type species, Classopollis classoides Pflug, is also emended, and new species are described. The stratigraphic occurrence, possible depositional environment, and possible affinities of the genus are discussed.