Hello nature enthusiasts ! 🌼 It’s that special time of the month “Wildflower Nature Journey” when we immerse ourselves in the wonderful world of wildflowers. Let’s captivate ourselves with the pristine beauty that nature generously presents. 🍃
Wildflower Nature Journey 10.24 – A journey through the enchanting world of our local wildflowers this season. From the delicate alpine Edelweiss to the regal Turk’s cap lily, let’s unravel the mysteries and marvels of these untamed beauties that grace our landscape. Join me in uncovering the wonders of these natural treasures that bloom abundantly around us this month.
We all love wildflowers, but it’s important to respect their natural habitat. Share practical tips on how to enjoy these wonders without causing harm to the environment. From etiquette during hikes to taking photos instead of picking flowers, let’s learn to be respectful stewards of nature.
Wrap up our monthly journey with some reflections on the connection between humans and nature. Wildflowers not only offer us an extraordinary visual experience but also an opportunity to contemplate the beauty and fragility of life.
“Wildflower Nature Journey 10.24” – Episode 10.
Prunus spinosa. This flower, like many others, was photographed in countryside areas, in open spaces, in fields, along the edges of paths… Naturally the photographs refer to the spring period. It is an endemic flower of our area. Native to Europe, western Asia, and regionally in northwest Africa. Well diffused and distributed in our zone. It’s a large deciduous shrub or small tree growing to 5 metres tall, with blackish bark and dense, stiff, spiny branches.
Blackthorn or Sloe, Common name “Blackthorn” is due to the thorny nature of the shrub, and possibly its very dark bark. Is frequently confused with the related Prunus cerasifera (cherry plum), particularly in early spring when the latter starts flowering somewhat earlier than Prunus spinosa. Flowers are about 1.5 cm in diameter, with five creamy-white petals. Produced shortly before the leaves in early spring, and are hermaphroditic, and insect-pollinated. Flowering: from Late March to the end of spring (Lombardy region – Italy).
Planting: The height of the shrub is variable, from 4 to 6 metres, occasionally more where supported by soil quality. The fruit resembles a small damson or plum, making it ideal for preserves, but it tastes tart and astringent unless picked after the first few days of autumn frost. You can reproduce this effect by freezing harvested sloes.
During the first days of spring, it is easily visible and easily recognisable, due to the often dense flowering of the plants. The delicate white/cream color often emerges as a highly visible patch among bush plants. It is a very delicate flower. A breath of wind easily carries the petals away. It is a beautiful plant, which confirms the actual change of season. The end of winter and the beginning of spring.
Photos with: Sony A6000 and Sony A6400 with LAOWA 65mm Macro F2.8
Prunus spinosa a
Prunus spinosa b
Prunus spinosa c
Prunus spinosa d
Prunus spinosa e
Wildflower Nature Journey 10.24 – Cover
Wildflower Nature Journey 10.24 – Cover
