Succisa 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

Greasy fritillary, Euphydryas aurinia, high brown fritillary, Fabriciana adippe, treble-bar moth, Aplocera plagiata
FLO4638784 Greasy fritillary, Euphydryas aurinia, high brown fritillary, Fabriciana adippe, treble-bar moth, Aplocera plagiata, speckled yellow, Pseudopanthera macularia, and crimson and gold moth

Devil's bit scabious, Scabiosa succisa
5855812 Devil's bit scabious, Scabiosa succisa; (add.info.: Devil's bit scabious, Scabiosa succisa. Chromolithograph from Carl Lindman's "Bilder ur Nordens Flora")

White-coloured blue button (Succisa), 1596-1610. Creators: Anselmus de Boodt, Elias Verhulst
White-coloured blue button (Succisa), 1596-1610. Commissioned by Emperor Rudolf II

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

Devils bit scabious, Succisa pratensis (Scabiosa succisa). Handcoloured copperplate engraving after an illustration by Richard Duppa from his The Classes and Orders of the Linnaean System of Botany

Guelder rose, scabious and thistle protea
Guelder-rose, Viburnum opulus 1, red scabious, Scabiosa peregrina 2, mountain scabious, Pterocephalus dumetorum 3, devils bit, Succisa pratensis 4, and thistle protea, Protea scolymocephala 5-7

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

White blue button Succisa Duijvels Bete Morsus diaboli Succisa
White blue button (Succisa) Duijvels Bete. / Morsus diaboli Succisa / Mors de Diable. (title on object), White-colored blue button or Devils bite. Numbered top right: 270

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"Succisa: A Haven for Butterflies in the Peak District National Park, UK" In the picturesque Derbyshire region of the Peak District National Park, a vibrant display of Devil's-bit scabious (Succisa pratensis) takes center stage. September brings forth a breathtaking sight as these delicate purple flowers blanket the landscape, attracting an array of fluttering visitors. Among them is the clouded yellow butterfly (Colias crocea), gracefully feeding on the nectar-rich blossoms pratensis. Their vibrant wings create a stunning contrast against the deep hues of this wildflower, showcasing nature's harmonious palette. Moving east to Norfolk, England in late summer, Succisa pratensis continues to captivate with its enchanting beauty. Here, August unveils an exquisite mating pair of chalkhill blue butterflies (Lysandra coridon), their wings closed in peaceful repose upon these beloved blooms. Not only do butterflies find solace on Succisa pratensis; even small tortoiseshell butterflies (Aglais) seek refuge amidst its petals. This delightful scene showcases nature's interconnectedness and reminds us that every living being deserves a sanctuary. Further south lies Devon, England where common blue butterflies (Polyommatus icarus) find respite atop Devils bit scabious. These dainty creatures rest delicately on this flowerbed oasis during warm August days – a testament to nature's ability to provide both beauty and tranquility. Brimstone butterflies (Gonepteryx rhamni) also join this idyllic gathering on Devil's-bit Scabious in perfect harmony. Their pale yellow wings blend seamlessly with Succisa pratensis' rich purples and greens – an artistic masterpiece painted by Mother Nature herself. Male chalkhill blue butterflies add another layer of elegance as they too choose Devils-bit scabious as their resting spot.