Common or wild broom, Cytisus scoparius, A ripe downy seed pod on a stem is split open to reveal seeds inside.

Deodar tree, Cedrus deodara, A cone hanging on a branch showing the fine needles.

Aloe, close up of spiky leaves.

Aloe, Aloe polyphylla, clsoe up showing pattern of spiky leaves.

Aloe, Aloe polyphylla, clsoe up showing pattern of spiky leaves.

Dahlia, abstract deep red pattern against black.

Hosta, spikey flowerhead not yet opened.

Variegated Sword Lily, Furcraea selloa var. marginata, close up detail of leaves.

Bamboo, Yellow-groove bamboo, Phyllostachys aureosulcata, side view showing stem details.

Aeonium, Tree aeonium, Aeonium arboreum, close up showing pattern.

Aeonium, Tree aeonium, Aeonium arboreum, close up showing pattern.

Blackthorn or Sloe, Prunus spinosa, blossom on bare wood twigs against a blue sky.

Blackthorn or Sloe, Prunus spinosa, blossom on bare wood twigs against a blue sky.