Edible · sparingly
Forget-Me-Not
Myosotis arvensis / sylvaticaBoraginaceae family
also: Common Forget-Me-Not · Mouse Ear
About this plant 01
A delicate annual or biennial wildflower common across temperate Europe. Forms low spreading rosettes with hairy stems, producing clusters of sky-blue flowers with yellow centres from spring through summer. Self-seeds prolifically in disturbed ground and garden edges.
Notes for working with it 02
Contains low levels of pyrrolizidine alkaloids — not suitable for regular consumption in quantity.
Where you'll find it chilling 03
Ways to use it 04
Pressed flower craft
Flowers press beautifully and hold colour well. Used in resin jewellery, greeting cards, and botanical art.
Edible garnish
Young leaves and flowers edible in small amounts — use fresh as a salad garnish or to decorate desserts and cakes.
Pollinator support
Excellent early-season nectar source for bees. Allow to self-seed freely in wildflower corners and bed edges.
Specimen label 05
Next in the guide 06
No. 003 of 009
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Valeriana officinalis
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