This map has been generated by Mapmate 05/11/2011
Distribution:
Duxbury Wood, Chorley (SD5814 & SD5815); Nuck's Wood, Holmeswood (SD4116); Acorn Field Plantation (SJ4397, Liverpool Botanical Society Exc., 2002, det. DP Earl).
Habitat:
Woodlands on glacial sand and river alluvium.
Taxon Designation:
South Lancashire Axiophyte.
Comments:
The Holmeswood plants could be a relic population from the fringes of the once extensive Martin Mere. At Duxbury Woods plants of Rubus nessensis grow with 'The Duxbury Bramble' and Rubus distractiformis this being considered a unique association of Rubus species.