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Black Thorn Collection

"Black Thorn: A Tapestry of Nature's Beauty" In the enchanting landscapes of Unterlunkhofen, Switzerland, the blackthorn stands tall and proud

Background imageBlack Thorn Collection: Lichen (Teloschistes chrysophthalmus)

Lichen (Teloschistes chrysophthalmus) growing on a blackthorn (Prunus spinosa). Lichens are symbiotic organisms formed of a fungus and an alga that mutually benefit one another

Background imageBlack Thorn Collection: Pals - National Archetypes

Pals - National Archetypes
The national archtypes of Ireland, Scotland, Wales and England, represented by an Irishman in green holding a shillelagh, a Scotsman with ginger beard and a kilt

Background imageBlack Thorn Collection: Plants / Prunus Communis

Plants / Prunus Communis
BLACKTHORN

Background imageBlack Thorn Collection: Blackthorn, Prunus spinosa, fruit, Unterlunkhofen, Switzerland, August

Blackthorn, Prunus spinosa, fruit, Unterlunkhofen, Switzerland, August

Background imageBlack Thorn Collection: Blackthorn (Prunus spinosa) in full flower, Cornwall, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Blackthorn (Prunus spinosa) in full flower, Cornwall, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageBlack Thorn Collection: Blackthorn (Prunus spinosa) close-up of leaves and unripe berries, Bacton, Suffolk, England, may

Blackthorn (Prunus spinosa) close-up of leaves and unripe berries, Bacton, Suffolk, England, may

Background imageBlack Thorn Collection: Blackthorn (Prunus spinosa) close-up of berries, growing in hedgerow, Bacton, Suffolk, England

Blackthorn (Prunus spinosa) close-up of berries, growing in hedgerow, Bacton, Suffolk, England, november

Background imageBlack Thorn Collection: Blackthorn (Prunus spinosa) sapling, suckering from flowering hedgerow into garden allotment

Blackthorn (Prunus spinosa) sapling, suckering from flowering hedgerow into garden allotment, Bacton, Suffolk, England, april

Background imageBlack Thorn Collection: Blackthorn (Prunus spinosa) and Common Hawthorn (Crataegus monogyna) berries, growing in hedgerow

Blackthorn (Prunus spinosa) and Common Hawthorn (Crataegus monogyna) berries, growing in hedgerow, Hampshire, England, september

Background imageBlack Thorn Collection: Blackthorn (Prunus spinosa) berries, growing in hedgerow beside public footpath

Blackthorn (Prunus spinosa) berries, growing in hedgerow beside public footpath, with man picking for sloe gin, Draycott in the Clay, Staffordshire, England, october

Background imageBlack Thorn Collection: Blackthorn (Prunus spinosa) flowering, growing in hedgerow on organic farm at sunset, Powys

Blackthorn (Prunus spinosa) flowering, growing in hedgerow on organic farm at sunset, Powys, Wales, april

Background imageBlack Thorn Collection: Sloe or Blackthorn fruits

Sloe or Blackthorn fruits

Background imageBlack Thorn Collection: Sloe or Blackthorn fruits in autumn hedgerow

Sloe or Blackthorn fruits in autumn hedgerow

Background imageBlack Thorn Collection: Black Hairstreak (Satyrium pruni) pupa and old larval skin attached to blackthorn leaf, England

Black Hairstreak (Satyrium pruni) pupa and old larval skin attached to blackthorn leaf, England

Background imageBlack Thorn Collection: Lobster Moth (Stauropus fagi) fully grown larva, feeding on blackthorn leaf, Oxfordshire, England

Lobster Moth (Stauropus fagi) fully grown larva, feeding on blackthorn leaf, Oxfordshire, England

Background imageBlack Thorn Collection: Black Hairstreak (Satyrium pruni) adult, resting on blackthorn leaf, England

Black Hairstreak (Satyrium pruni) adult, resting on blackthorn leaf, England

Background imageBlack Thorn Collection: Great Tit (Parus major) adult, with tumor growth on head, perched on blackthorn twig with berries

Great Tit (Parus major) adult, with tumor growth on head, perched on blackthorn twig with berries, Warwickshire, England, october

Background imageBlack Thorn Collection: Brown tail moth larvae C010 / 6339

Brown tail moth larvae C010 / 6339
Brown tail moth larvae. Colony of the larvae (caterpillars) of the brown tail moth (Euproctis chrysorrhoea). This is a European night-flying moth

Background imageBlack Thorn Collection: Picking sloe fruit (Prunus spinosa)

Picking sloe fruit (Prunus spinosa) from a blackthorn plant

Background imageBlack Thorn Collection: Teloschistes chrysophthalmus

Teloschistes chrysophthalmus
Golden eye lichen (Teloschistes chrysophthalmus) growing on blackthorn. This is extremely rare in UK, formerly thought to be extinct

Background imageBlack Thorn Collection: Lichens on Blackthorn

Lichens on Blackthorn
Golden eye lichen (Teloschistes chrysophthalmus) and Physcias growing on blackthorn in unpolluted, humid conditions in Brittany, France

Background imageBlack Thorn Collection: Blackthorn (Prunus spinosa)

Blackthorn (Prunus spinosa)
Blackthorn blossom. Dorset, UK April 2010

Background imageBlack Thorn Collection: Blackthorn blossom

Blackthorn blossom
Blackthorn (Prunus spinosa) blossom in full bloom in spring. Photographed in April, in Dorset, UK

Background imageBlack Thorn Collection: Sloes (Prunus spinosa)

Sloes (Prunus spinosa)
Sloes or Blackthorn berries (Prunus spinosa) growing in Romania. Photographed in autumn

Background imageBlack Thorn Collection: Sloe berries (Prunus spinosa)

Sloe berries (Prunus spinosa)

Background imageBlack Thorn Collection: Sloe blossom (Prunus spinosa)

Sloe blossom (Prunus spinosa). Sloe, or blackthorn, flowers bloom in early spring, before the leaves appear on the branches

Background imageBlack Thorn Collection: Sue Daly / SpecialistStock

Sue Daly / SpecialistStock
Blackthorn (Prunus spinosa). West coast, Sark, British Channel Islands, UK



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"Black Thorn: A Tapestry of Nature's Beauty" In the enchanting landscapes of Unterlunkhofen, Switzerland, the blackthorn stands tall and proud, adorned with delicate lichen that adds a touch of golden splendor to its branches. This resilient tree, known scientifically as Prunus spinosa, is not only a symbol of strength but also an embodiment of national archetypes in Pals. As summer unfolds across Cornwall, England, the blackthorn bursts into full flower, painting the countryside with ethereal white blossoms. Its beauty is further accentuated by autumnal leaves that create a kaleidoscope of colors under the European sky. Bacton in Suffolk unveils another facet of this remarkable plant as it showcases close-up views of its leaves and unripe berries. The intricate details reveal nature's meticulous craftsmanship and remind us that even in its youthfulness, the blackthorn possesses an undeniable allure. But it is during harvest time in Norfolk when this captivating tree truly comes alive. Harvest mice gracefully climb upon its branches to feast on succulent fruits dangling like precious gems. Their tiny paws delicately dance amidst clusters of dark purple berries—a sight that epitomizes harmony between wildlife and flora. West Sussex bids farewell to summer by showcasing a close-up view of fully ripened blackthorn berries. These glossy orbs glisten under September's sunbeams—nature's final gift before embracing the embrace colder months ahead. The story woven by these glimpses into different corners of Europe reminds us why we should cherish every aspect of our natural world—the vibrant flowers in bloom; leaves transforming from green to gold; bountiful harvests attracting creatures big and small—all encapsulated within the mystique surrounding "black thorn.