Succisa Pratensis 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

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

Guelder-rose, Viburnum opulus 1, red scabious, Scabiosa peregrina 2, mountain scabious, Pterocephalus dumetorum 3
FLO4563281 Guelder-rose, Viburnum opulus 1, red scabious, Scabiosa peregrina 2, mountain scabious, Pterocephalus dumetorum 3, devil's bit, Succisa pratensis 4, and thistle protea

La succise des pres ou bite du diable - Devil's bit scabious, Succisa pratensis (Scabiosa succisa)
FLO4617219 La succise des pres ou bite du diable - Devil's bit scabious, Succisa pratensis (Scabiosa succisa). Handcoloured copperplate engraving after an illustration by Richard Duppa from his

Devil's bit scabious, Succisa pratensis, and Herb Paris, Paris quadrifolia
FLO4667832 Devil's bit scabious, Succisa pratensis, and Herb Paris, Paris quadrifolia. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam Lonicer's Krauterbuch, or Herbal

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

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

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

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

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

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

Marsh Fritillary (Euphydryas aurinia) caterpillars, group in web on Devil s-bit Scabious (Succisa pratensis) foodplant in rhos pasture, Welsh Moor Nature Reserve, Gower Peninsula, West Glamorgan

Large Skipper Butterfly - on Devil's bit scabious (Succisa pratensis) The short roots of the Devil's bit
CRH-1036 Large Skipper Butterfly - on Devil's bit scabious (Succisa pratensis) Oxfordshire, England. Ochlodes venata The short roots of the Devil's bit scabious led to the legend that

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"Succisa pratensis: A Haven for Butterflies in the Peak District National Park" In the picturesque Derbyshire countryside of the Peak District National Park, a vibrant display of Devil's-bit scabious (Succisa pratensis) unfolds in September. This delicate wildflower, also known as "the devil's bit, " attracts an array of beautiful butterflies. One such visitor is the clouded yellow butterfly (Colias crocea), gracefully fluttering its wings as it feeds on the nectar-rich blossoms of Succisa pratensis. The late summer scene in Norfolk, England is adorned with these enchanting flowers, providing a feast for both insects and our eyes. Amongst this floral tapestry, we witness a captivating sight - chalkhill blue butterflies (Lysandra coridon) resting with their wings closed. These mating pairs find solace on Succisa pratensis, creating a serene moment amidst nature's beauty. Devon, England offers another glimpse into this harmonious relationship between Succisa pratensis and its winged visitors. Common blue butterflies (Polyommatus icarus) rest gently upon these elegant blooms while brimstone butterflies (Gonepteryx rhamni) delicately perch nearby. Male chalkhill blue butterflies take respite on Devils-bit scabious with their wings closed – showcasing their intricate patterns against the backdrop of this stunning flower species. Peacock butterflies (Inachis io), known for their striking colors and eye-like markings, are drawn to Succisa pratensis in peak season at the height of summer. Their presence adds yet another layer to this natural masterpiece unfolding before us. These scenes remind us that Devil's-bit scabious thrives not only as a visual delight but also plays an essential role in supporting biodiversity within calcareous grasslands. Its presence provides nourishment and shelter for various butterfly species throughout different regions across England.