Firstly this creeping woodland plant, Enchanter's nightshade:
Enchanter's nightshade Circaea lutetiana |
It is not part of the nightshade family, but belongs instead to the evening primrose family. It is supposedly named after the Greek goddess of magic, Circe. Circe was the daughter of the sun and she is known to turn her enemies into animals, especially pigs.
The Ghyll hosts an unusual variation of Elder, Sambucu nigra laciniata, or cut-leaved Elder. It is very similar to regular Elder but with jagged leaves...
Cut-leaved Elder |
Token butterfly picture:
Small Copper |
Here is a shrubby tree that we haven't managed to identify. The closest I have come is Portugal Laurel but I am doubtful. The leaves have toothed margins. Any clues welcome...
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