Common Bracken Collection

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

Common bracken or brake, Pteridium aquilinum
6337691 Common bracken or brake, Pteridium aquilinum by Stanghi (19th century); (add.info.: Common bracken or brake, Pteridium aquilinum)

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

Strange grasses (coloured engraving)
998313 Strange grasses (coloured engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: From A Bilderbuch fAor KinderA (Picture Book for Children) 1790-1830

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

Pteridium aquilinum fronds unfurling
Common bracken (Pteridium aquilinum) fronds unfurling in spring. Photographed in Dorset, UK, in May

Bracken (Pteridium aquilinum), artwork C016 / 3425
Bracken (Pteridium aquilinum), artwork

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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"Exploring the Enchanting World of Common Bracken: A Kaleidoscope of Colors and Biodiversity" Step into the mesmerizing realm of common bracken, also known as brake or Pteridium aquilinum. In autumn, a picturesque Scots pine forest adorned with a vibrant ground flora of bracken creates an awe-inspiring sight. The unfurling fronds of the majestic Eagle fern in Montseny Natural Park, a UNESCO National Park, add to its allure. Amongst this natural tapestry lies an oak tree standing tall amidst the sea of bracken, showcasing its stunning autumn colors. As if from another world, strange grasses emerge from within this enchanting landscape like delicate brush strokes on canvas. The biodiversity found within this ecosystem is truly remarkable. Witness the graceful heath fritillary butterfly basking on a bed of bracken leaves – a testament to nature's intricate interconnectedness. Delving deeper into medicinal and herbal plants, we discover that Pteridium aquilinum holds valuable properties. Its fronds unfurl gracefully as they release their healing potential. Artists have been captivated by the beauty and complexity for centuries. Exquisite artwork showcases its elegance and timeless appeal - C016 / 3426 and C016 / 3425 are just two examples that transport us into its magical realm. Pteridium aquilinum invites us to explore its kaleidoscopic world where every leaf tells a story. From ancient forests to artistic interpretations, it remains an emblematic species worthy of admiration and preservation.