Restharrow Collection

Restharrow, Ononis repens
5856085 Restharrow, Ononis repens; (add.info.: Restharrow, Ononis repens. Chromolithograph from Carl Lindman's "Bilder ur Nordens Flora" (Pictures of Northern Flora), Stockholm

Restharrow (colour litho)
3116992 Restharrow (colour litho); (add.info.: Ononis spinosa Kohler's Medizinal-Pflanzen in naturgetreuen Abbildungen mit kurz erlauterndem Texte)

Common restharrow (Ononis repens) and Round-headed rampion (Phyteuma orbiculare) flowering on a chalk grassland hilltop, Marlborough Downs, Wiltshire, UK. July

Spiny restharrow, Ononis spinosa subsp. hircina (Rest harrow, Ononis arvensis). Handcoloured copperplate engraving after a drawing by James Sowerby for James Smiths English Botany, 1800

Ononis rotundifolia, round-leaved restharrow
L Arrete boeuf a feuilles rondes. Ononis rotundifolia, round-leaved restharrow. Handcoloured etching from Pierre Joseph Buchoz Collection precieuse et enluminee des fleurs les plus belles et les plus

Spiny restharrow, Ononis spinosa. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Dr. Willibald Artus Hand-Atlas sammtlicher mediinisch-pharmaceutischer Gewachse

Common Mallow, Restharrow, Fumitory, Red Clover, 1951 (colour litho)
2919994 Common Mallow, Restharrow, Fumitory, Red Clover, 1951 (colour litho) by Inglis, Bessie D. (fl. 1927-1939); Private Collection; (add.info)

restharrow, ononis arvensis
4074 Restharrow Ononis arvensis

Illustration, Lycaenidae -- Polyommatus Euphemus, Polyommatus Cyllarus, Polyommatus Minima, Polyommatus Argiolus, Polyommatus Damon, Polyommatus Corydon, Polyommatus Bellargus, Polyommatus Icarus

Two Common Blue butterflies -Polyommatus icarus-

Mount Cenis Restharrow (Ononis cristata) flowering, French Alps, France, September

Dwarf Restharrow (Ononis minutissima) flowering, growing on limestone rock, Southwest France, October

Picture No. 10886849
Common Restharrow - in flower (Ononis repens) Date:

Large Yellow Restharrow (Ononis natrix) flowering, Sardinia, Italy, April

Spiny Restharrow (Ononis spinosa) close-up of flowers, Hadleigh Country Park, Essex, England, July

Restharrow (Ononis fruticosa), Henry Louis Duhamel du Monceau, botanical plate by Pierre Joseph Redoute
Botany - Fabaceae - Restharrow (Ononis fruticosa). Henry Louis Duhamel du Monceau, botanical plate by Pierre Joseph RedoutA

Ononis repens
ROG-11578 Common Restharrow UK Ononis repens Found in grassy places, especially chalk grassland. Flowers: June - September Bob Gibbons Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

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Restharrow, a diverse and captivating plant species, thrives in the picturesque landscape of Marlborough Downs, Wiltshire, UK. In July, the Common restharrow (Ononis repens) and Round-headed rampion (Phyteuma orbiculare) adorn the chalk grassland hilltop with their vibrant blooms. These delicate flowers create a stunning contrast against the rugged terrain. Amongst this floral tapestry is the Spiny restharrow (Ononis spinosa subsp. Hircina), known for its thorny stems that protect its beautiful pinkish-purple blossoms. Its cousin, Ononis rotundifolia or round-leaved restharrow, also graces this enchanting scenery. A 1951 colour lithograph showcases various wildflowers including Restharrow alongside other notable plants like Common Mallow, Fumitory, and Red Clover. This artwork captures nature's intricate beauty while highlighting Restharrow's significance within botanical diversity. The medicinal properties have been recognized throughout history as it finds its place among Medicinal and Herbal Plants. Its healing qualities have made it an essential ingredient in traditional remedies. Intriguingly illustrated within Lycaenidae family depictions are Spiny restharrows accompanied by Two Common Blue butterflies (Polyommatus icarus). These winged creatures find solace amidst Restharrow's nectar-rich flowers while adding a touch of elegance to an already breathtaking scene. Venturing further into France's French Alps during September reveals Mount Cenis Restharrow (Ononis cristata) in full bloom. Against a backdrop of majestic mountains, these striking yellow flowers bring warmth to the chilly autumn air. Restharrows exemplify nature's ability to thrive even in challenging environments such as chalk grasslands and alpine regions. Their resilience serves as a reminder that beauty can be found anywhere if we take time to appreciate our surroundings.