Sonchus Collection

Sowthistle, Sonchus oleraceus
5855808 Sowthistle, Sonchus oleraceus; (add.info.: Sowthistle, Sonchus oleraceus. Chromolithograph from Carl Lindman's "Bilder ur Nordens Flora" (Pictures of Northern Flora), Stockholm

Prickly sow-thistle, Sonchus asper, and smooth sow-thistle, Sonchus oleraceus
FLO4667225 Prickly sow-thistle, Sonchus asper, and smooth sow-thistle, Sonchus oleraceus? Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam Lonicer's Krauterbuch, or Herbal

Common sow thistle, Sonchus oleraceus. Handcoloured copperplate engraving after a drawing by James Sowerby for James Smiths English Botany, 1801

Corn sow-thistle, Sonchus arvensis. Handcoloured copperplate engraving after a drawing by James Sowerby for James Smiths English Botany, 1799

Prickly sow-thistle, Sonchus asper, and smooth sow-thistle, Sonchus oleraceus? Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam Lonicers Krauterbuch, or Herbal, Frankfurt, 1557

Field sow-thistle, Sonchus arvensis, and mouse-ear hawkweed, Hieracium pilosella. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam Lonicers Krauterbuch, or Herbal, Frankfurt

Curtis British Entomology Plate 593
Diptera: Paragus sigillatus Curtis = Paragus haemorrhous [Plant: Sonchus arvensis (Perennial Sow-thistle)] Date: 1824-39

Curtis British Entomology Plate 539
Lepidoptera: Hapalia praecox = Ochropleura praecox (Portland Moth, Portland Dart) [Plant: Sonchus oleraceus (Common Sow-thistle)] Date: 1824-39

Varieties of British wildflowers, 1947. Teasel: Salsify: Sow Thistle: Varieties of Wild Lettuce: Dandelion: Chicory Burdock: Saw Wort: Cotton Thistle: Hemp Agrimony: Tansy

Sow Thistle, 1947. Sonchus are annual herbs known as sow thistles which are common roadside plants, used as fodder, particularly for rabbits. From British Herbs and Vegetables, by George M

Constetin von Ettinghausen and Alois Pokorny (Austrian, active 1856), Sonchus arvensis, 1856, nature print; dried & pressed plant is rolled between a copper & lead plate; lead plate is electroplated

Sow-thistle -Sonchus sp. -, Rosette, Burgenland, Austria
Sow-thistle -Sonchus sp.-, Rosette, Burgenland, Austria

Young prostrate perennial sow-thistle, Sonchus arvensis plants on waste arable ground

Picture No. 10755076
Prickly sow-thistle (Sonchus asper) Date:

Smooth sow-thistle, Sonchus oleraceus, arable garden weed seedling with cotyledons and first true leaves

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"Discovering the Diverse World of Sonchus: Common Sow Thistle, Corn Sow-Thistle, Prickly and Smooth Varieties" Sonchus, commonly known as sow thistles, encompasses a fascinating array of plant species. From the Common sow thistle (Sonchus oleraceus) to the Corn sow-thistle (Sonchus arvensis), each variant offers its own unique characteristics. Among them is the Prickly sow-thistle (Sonchus asper), distinguished by its spiky leaves that demand caution when handling. In contrast, the smooth variety presents a more gentle appearance while still belonging to this diverse family. The Field sow-thistle (Sonchus arvensis) and mouse-ear variation further exemplify the versatility within Sonchus. These plants can be found in Curtis British Entomology Plate 593 and Curtis British Entomology Plate 539 respectively, showcasing their beauty captured through art. In Varieties of British wildflowers from 1947, Sonchus makes an appearance alongside other captivating blooms. The Sow Thistle publication from the same year delves deeper into these enchanting plants' history and significance. Artists Constantin von Ettinghausen and Alois Pokorny immortalized Sonchus arvensis in their work—an Austrian contribution to appreciating nature's wonders. A photograph titled "Sow-thistle -Sonchus sp. -" captures a rosette specimen thriving in Burgenland, Austria's picturesque landscape. Even waste arable ground becomes home for young prostrate perennial sow-thistles like those depicted in Picture No. 10755076—proof of their resilience amidst challenging environments. Whether you encounter them on your countryside walks or admire them through historical records and artwork, exploring Sonchus reveals a world brimming with botanical diversity waiting to be discovered.