Corn Cockle Collection

Corn Poppy (Papaver rhoeas), Cornflower, Corncockle, Corn Marigold and Corn Chamomile, flowering, mixed arable weeds, England

Corncockle (Agrostemma githago) and Corn marigolds (Chrysanthemum segetum) flowering in sown wildflower meadow, Surrey, UK. March

Corn-Cockle (chromolitho)
2802922 Corn-Cockle (chromolitho) by Hulme, Frederick Edward (1841-1909); Private Collection; (add.info.: Corn-Cockle. Illustration for Familiar Wild Flowers by F Edward Hulme (Cassell)

Common corn-cockle, Agrostemma githago, Githago segetum, Nielle des bles, Handcoloured steel engraving by L. Lebrun after a botanical illustration by Edouard Maubert from Pierre Oscar Reveil, A

Corn-Cockle, Agrostemma Githago (colour litho)
2802633 Corn-Cockle, Agrostemma Githago (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Corn-Cockle, Agrostemma Githago)

Canterbury Bells, and Corn Cockles, from Hortus Eystettensis
3359421 Canterbury Bells, and Corn Cockles, from Hortus Eystettensis, by Basil Besler (1561-1629), pub. 1613 (hand coloured engraving) by German School

Flowering Plants of Great Britain: Common Soap Wort, Corn Cockle (colour litho)
6024356 Flowering Plants of Great Britain: Common Soap Wort, Corn Cockle (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Common Soap Wort, Corn Cockle)

corncockle, common, agrostemma githago
0086 Corncockle - Common Agrostemma githago

Agrostemma githago (common corn-cockle)
Illustration of a Agrostemma githago (common corn-cockle)

Canterbury Bells, and Corn Cockles, from Hortus Eystettensis, by Basil Besler (1561-1629), pub
I Medium flore purpurea; II Pseudomelantoium flore rubescente; III Pseudo melantbium flore albo; Besler was an apothecary in Nuremberg

Wildflowers. 1. knawel 2. spurrey 3. field Chickweed 4. nightflowering Catchfly 5. chickweed 6. corn Cockle 6a
Wildflowers. 1.knawel 2.spurrey 3.field Chickweed 4.nightflowering Catchfly 5.chickweed 6.corn Cockle 6a. Seedling Of Corn Cockle

Corncockle (Agrostemma githago) close-up of flower, growing in traditional cornfield, College Lake Nature Reserve, Hertfordshire, England, June

Corn Cockle - meadow - Cornwall - UK
DAC-82 Corn Cockle - meadow Cornwall - UK Agrostemma githago David Chapman Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in anyway

Corncockle (Agrostemma githago) and Corn Poppy (Papaver rhoeas) flowering, growing in field, Derbyshire, England, june

Corn Poppy (Papaver rhoeas), Cornflower (Centaurea cyanus) and Corncockle (Agrostemma githago) flowering, growing at edge of field with sprayer in background, Lincolnshire, England, june

Corncockle (Agrostemma githago) flower, with other cornfield weeds in the background. Photographed in the UK

Cornfield weed flowers. Seen here are corncockles (Agrostemma githago, purple), cornflowers (Centaurea cyanus, blue), a field poppy (Papaver rhoeas, red), corn chamomiles (Anthemis arvensis)

Corncockle seed, SEM
Corncockle seed. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a seed from a corncockle flower (Agrostemma githago). A seed contains an embryo (a fertilised ovule from which a new plant can grow)

Meadow flowers. Cornflowers (Centaurea cyanus, blue), corncockles (Agrostemma githago, pink) and ox-eye daisies (Leucanthemum vulgare) in a meadow

Corncockle flowers (Agrostemma githago). Photographed at Ranscombe Farm, Kent, UK

Mass of cornfield weeds: Corn cockle, corn marigolds, cornflower, corn chamomile etc. Dorset
ROG-13362 Mass of cornfield weeds: Corn cockle, corn marigolds, cornflower, corn chamomile etc. Dorset, UK Bob Gibbons Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

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Corn cockle (Agrostemma githago) is a beautiful flowering plant that belongs to the family of mixed arable weeds and can often be found alongside other vibrant wildflowers such as corn poppy, cornflower, corn marigold, and corn chamomile. In March, these stunning blooms create a picturesque scene in sown wildflower meadows across Surrey, UK. The charm of the corn cockle lies in its delicate petals and striking coloration. With its deep pink hue contrasting against the greenery, it adds a touch of elegance to any landscape. This enchanting flower has been captured in various forms throughout history - from chromolithos to antique engravings - showcasing its timeless appeal. Also known as common corn-cockle or Githago segetum, this plant holds significance beyond its visual allure. Historically, it was featured in botanical illustrations like those found in Hortus Eystettensis by Basil Besler during the 16th century. Its presence among other notable flowers like Canterbury bells highlights its importance within natural ecosystems. However, it's important to note that while visually captivating and historically significant, the common corn-cockle is considered a weed due to its ability to compete with cultivated crops for resources. Despite this classification as an unwanted intruder on farmlands, many still appreciate its beauty and ecological value when growing freely amongst native flora. In addition to being aesthetically pleasing and culturally relevant through art and literature over centuries past; Agrostemma githago also plays a role in supporting biodiversity by providing nectar for pollinators such as bees and butterflies. So next time you come across these lovely flowers blooming amidst fields or meadows adorned with knawel spurrey or field chickweed; take a moment to admire their splendor. The sight of vibrant colors dancing harmoniously together will surely leave you captivated by nature's artistic display.