Hey! Botanists...

[Rik]

...what's this then?

We have no idea!

[wizard509]

I don't know either, at first I thought it might be a variety of Cocklebur but it isn't so now I'm stumped. Whatever it is I hope your camel doesn't get one under his saddle.

[handrawn]

cross between a triffid and a thistle Rik - watch out for the signs [you know: 'plant crossing' ]

[Rik]

cross between a triffid and a thistle Rik - watch out for the signs [you know: 'plant crossing' ]

I don't believe it?!
Now Steve is coming out with humour!
Very good indeed, Steve.

[spondoolix]

A nice shot of a Teazle (also spelt Teasel), the seeds of which are loved by birds such as Gold Finches.

[Rik]

Well done, spondoolix.
And thanks for telling us what they are.

Did you know what it was or are they common down in Devon as well?!

[spondoolix]

Both really. They are common enough alongside the motorways and are often used in dried flower arrangements which can last for years.