Brake Fern Collection

Brake fern, Pteris aspericaulis (Pteris tricolor). Handcoloured lithograph from Louis van Houtte
FLO4628134 Brake fern, Pteris aspericaulis (Pteris tricolor). Handcoloured lithograph from Louis van Houtte and Charles Lemaire's Flowers of the Gardens and Hothouses of Europe

Scots pine (Pinus sylvestris) forest with Bracken (Pteridium aquilinum) ground flora in autumn, Glenfeshie, Cairngorms National Park, Scotland, UK, October

Eagle fern (Pteridium aquilinum) frond unfurling, Montseny Natural Park, a UNESCO National Park and Biosphere Reserve, Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain, June 2016

Red Deer Stags (Cervus elaphus) fighting amongst the bracken. Bradgate Park, Leicestershire, UK, October

Birch trees in autumn, Kyle of Tongue, Sutherland, Scotland, UK, June 2017

Oak tree (Quercus robur) growing among bracken (Pteridium aquilinum), autumn colour, The New Forest, Hampshire, UK. November 2016

Heath fritillary (Mellicta athalia) butterfly basking on bracken (Pteridium aquilinum), Exmoor National Park, Devon, UK. June

Kaleidoscopic image of Bramble leaves (Rubus fruticosus) and bracken fronds changing colour in autumn, on white background

Red deer (Cervus elaphus) hind in bracken, Glen Etive, Scotland, UK. June

Mixed woodland in late autumn, Drumbeg, Sutherland. Scotland, UK, November

Pteris denticulata, brake fern
Finished watercolour by Sydney Parkinson made during Captain James Cooks first voyage across the Pacific, 1768-1771. Illustration annotated Pteris dichotoma

Pteridium aquilinum, bracken
Finished watercolour by Sydney Parkinson made during Captain James Cooks first voyage across the Pacific, 1768-1771. Illustration annotated Pteris ciliata

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"Embracing the Beauty of Brake Fern: A Kaleidoscope of Autumn Delights" As the crisp autumn air settles in, a picturesque Scots pine forest comes alive with vibrant hues. Amongst the towering Pinus sylvestris trees, a delicate ground flora emerges - the resilient and enchanting Bracken (Pteridium aquilinum). Its fronds unfurl gracefully, like an eagle taking flight, adding a touch of elegance to Montseny Natural Park in Spain. In another corner of the world, Birch trees sway gently in the breeze as June paints Kyle of Tongue in Sutherland, Scotland with its golden brushstrokes. Amidst this scenic landscape stands an Oak tree proudly growing amidst a sea of bracken fronds adorned with autumnal colors. Nature's harmony is further enhanced by the presence of wildlife. A Heath fritillary butterfly finds solace on a bed of bracken leaves while Red Deer Stags engage in fierce battles amidst their leafy arena. The hind watches from within her sanctuary at Glen Etive, Scotland. Drumbeg's mixed woodland embraces late autumn with open arms; its diverse foliage creates a tapestry that captivates all who wander through it. European robins find respite on dry bracken branches during chilly January days at Richmond Park in London. Among these natural wonders lies Pteris denticulata - brake fern - showcasing its unique beauty alongside Pteridium aquilinum or simply known as bracken. These ferns add texture and depth to any landscape they inhabit. From Scottish forests to Spanish parks and English woodlands, brake ferns weave themselves into nature's intricate tapestry. They remind us that even amongst vast landscapes and grandeur sights, it is often these small details that truly capture our hearts and ignite our sense of wonderment.