English, botany, or Coloured Figures of British Plants, London, R. Hardwicke, 1863-1886, Great Britain, pictorial works, plants, A botanical illustration featuring a tall, spiky plant identified as Carduus nutans-crispus, a hybrid between Musk and Welded Thistles. The detailed depiction shows the plants jagged, thorny leaves and fluffy flower buds, which are colored in shades of purple and green. The flowers are arranged in clusters at the tips of the stems, highlighting the intricate structure of the plant. The overall composition emphasizes the natural beauty and unique characteristics of this thistle hybrid, showcasing its botanical significance.