Dipsacales Collection

Devil s-bit scabious (Succisa pratensis) Peak District National Park, Derbyshire, UK, September. Digital composite

Mating pair of chalkhill blue butterflies (Lysandra coridon) with wings closed resting on Devils-bit scabious (Succisa pratensis), Hatch Hill, Somerset, UK. August

Robin (Erithacus rubecula) feeding on Gelder Rose berries, Germany. January, January

Common blue butterfly (Polyommatus icarus) resting on Devil's bit scabious (Succisa pratensis), Volehouse Farm, Devon, UK. August

Clouded yellow butterfly (Colias crocea) feeding on Devils bit scabious (Succisa pratensis), Hertfordshire, England, UK, September

Devil s-bit scabious (Succisa pratensis) late summer, Norfolk, England, UK, August

Peacock butterfly (Inachis io) feeding on Field Scabious (Knautia arvensis) in a disused limestone quarry. Peak District National Park, Derbyshire, UK. August

Teasel (Dipsacus fullonum), Hedge parsley (Torilis) and Allium seedhead silhouettes on white background

Teasel (Dipsacus fullonum), Hedge parsley (Torilis) and Allium seedhead silhouettes on white background

Goldfinch (Carduelis carduelis) adult feeding on teasel seeds, UK, February

Small scabious (Scabiosa columbaria) Nordtirol, Austrian Alps, June

Guelder Rose berries (Viburnum opulus) London, UK, September

Guelder rose / Crampbark (Viburnum opulus) berries, Strumpshaw Fen, Norfolk, UK, September

Sweet breath of spring (Lonicera fragrantissima) in garden, Surrey, England, UK. Native to China

Meadow Brown Butterfly (Maniola jurtina) feeding from Scabious flower (Scabiosa) North Downs, Surrey, England, UK, August

Brimstone butterfly (Gonepteryx rhamni) on Devil s-bit Scabious (Succisa pratensis). Peak District National Park, Derbyshire, UK. August

Twinflower (Linnaea borealis) in pine woodland, Cairngorms National Park, Highlands, Scotland, UK, June

Alpine meadow in flower including Scabious flowers. Austrian Alps at 1700 metres altitude, North Tyrol, Austria, June

Female chalkhill blue butterfly (Lysandra coridon) with wings closed resting on Devils-bit scabious (Succisa pratensis), Hatch Hill, Somerset, UK. August 2016

Devil s-bit scabious (Succisa pratensis) and Small tortoiseshell butterfly (Aglais urticae) Peak District National Park, Derbyshire, UK, September. Digital composite

Small Scabious (Scabiosa columbaria) Hutchinsons Bank, New Addington, Croydon, South London, England, UK, August

Goldfinch (Carduelis carduelis) perched on Teasel (Dipsacus sp. ) seedhead in winter, Germany. January
Goldfinch (Carduelis carduelis) perched on Teasel (Dipsacus sp.) seedhead in winter, Germany. January

Field scabious (Knautia arvensis) flowering in meadow, Mount Baldo, Italy, Europe. June

Dwarf Valerian (Valeriana supina) (colour litho)
2639120 Dwarf Valerian (Valeriana supina) (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Elongated Valerian (Valeriana elongata) (colour litho)
2639124 Elongated Valerian (Valeriana elongata) (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Twinflower (Linnaea borealis) (colour litho)
2639117 Twinflower (Linnaea borealis) (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration from the " Atlas of the Alpine flora")

Glossy Scabious (Scabiosa lucida) (colour litho)
2639127 Glossy Scabious (Scabiosa lucida) (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Mountain Valerian (Valeriana montana) (colour litho)
2639125 Mountain Valerian (Valeriana montana) (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Entire Leaved Valerian (Valeriana saliunca) (colour litho)
2639121 Entire Leaved Valerian (Valeriana saliunca) (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Alpine Honeysuckle (Lonicera alpigena) (colour litho)
2639116 Alpine Honeysuckle (Lonicera alpigena) (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Celtic Spikenard (Valeriana celtica) (colour litho)
2639122 Celtic Spikenard (Valeriana celtica) (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Long Leaf Widow Flower (Knautia longifolia) (colour litho)
2639126 Long Leaf Widow Flower (Knautia longifolia) (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Rock Valerian (Valeriana saxatilis) (colour litho)
2639123 Rock Valerian (Valeriana saxatilis) (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Blue Honeysuckle (Lonicera caerulea, Lonicera coerulea) (colour litho)
2639115 Blue Honeysuckle (Lonicera caerulea, Lonicera coerulea) (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Small scabious (Scabiosa columbaria) with three tiny (1mm) Thrips (Order Thysanoptera) on a petal, Monmouthshire, Wales, UK

Common blue butterfly (Polyommatus icarus) resting on Devil's bit scabious (Succisa pratensis). Devon, England, UK. August

RF - Chalkhill blue butterfly (Lysandra coridon) male resting on Small scabious (Scabiosa columbaria). Somerset, England, UK. July 2019

Townhall clock or moschatel (Adoxa moschatellina) Lower Woods, Gloucestershire, England, UK, May

Small tortoiseshell (Aglais urticae) butterfly flying amongst Scabious (Knautia arvensis) in hay meadow. Wensum Valley, Norfolk, England, UK. July

Guelder rose / Crampbark (Viburnum opulus) Strumpshaw Fen, Cambridgeshire, UK. September

Guelder Rose (Viburnum opulus) berries in autumn, Surrey, England, UK, September

Male chalkhill blue butterfly (Lysandra coridon) with wings closed resting on Devils-bit scabious (Succisa pratensis), Hatch Hill, Somerset, UK. August 2016

Common blue butterfly (Polyommatus icarus) resting on devils bit scabious (Succisa pratensis), Vealand Farm, Devon, UK. August

Devil s-bit scabious (Succisa pratensis) and Peacock butterfly (Inachis io) Peak District National Park, Derbyshire, UK, September. Digital composite

Teasel seedhead (Dipsacus fullonum) silhouetted at sunset. Peak District National Park, Derbyshire, UK. September

Devil s-bit Scabious (Succisa pratensis) growing in calcareous grassland. Peak District National Park, Derbyshire, UK. August

Honeysuckle (Lonicera periclymenum) C016 / 5922
Honeysuckle (Lonicera periclymenum). One of the 162 decorative panels depicting flora that form the ceiling of the Central Hall at the Natural History Museum, London, UK

Lonicera periclymenum, honeysuckle
One of the 36 decorative panels depicting flora that form the ceiling of the North Hall at the Natural History Museum, London

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"Dipsacales: A Symphony of Nature's Delights" In the enchanting landscapes of the Peak District National Park, Devil's-bit scabious (Succisa pratensis) blooms proudly in September. Its vibrant purple petals dance in harmony with the gentle breeze, adding a touch of elegance to Derbyshire, UK. As winter blankets Germany in January, a Robin (Erithacus rubecula) finds solace amidst Gelder Rose berries. The crimson fruits provide sustenance and warmth during this chilly season, creating a picturesque scene that captures nature's resilience. A Clouded yellow butterfly (Colias crocea) gracefully flutters its wings while delicately sipping nectar from the Devil's-bit scabious. This intricate interaction between species showcases the interconnectedness and beauty found within ecosystems. Late summer arrives in Norfolk, England, UK as Devil's-bit scabious reveals its captivating charm once again. Bathed in golden sunlight during August, these blossoms become a haven for buzzing insects seeking nourishment and shelter. The Peacock butterfly (Inachis io) indulges itself on Field Scabious (Knautia arvensis), showcasing its mesmerizing patterns against a backdrop of abandoned scenery. This delicate encounter reminds us that even forgotten spaces hold hidden wonders waiting to be discovered. Teasel (Dipsacus fullonum), Hedge parsley (Torilis), and Allium seedhead silhouettes create an ethereal tapestry against the sky. Their elegant forms stand tall as testaments to nature's artistry and serve as reminders of life's cyclical journey. Amidst February frost in the United Kingdom, an adult Goldfinch (Carduelis carduelis) feeds voraciously on teasel seeds. These resilient birds remind us that survival often requires adaptability and resourcefulness even during harsh conditions. London is adorned with Guelder Rose berries' radiant hues in September.