Myosotis sylvatica

Myosotis sylvatica

Wood Forget-Me-Not

The wood forget-me-not (Myosotis sylvatica) is a short-lived herbaceous perennial plant native to Europe. It grows to 12–30 cm tall and 15 cm wide, with hairy leaves and a profusion of blue flowers that are intensively sky-blue with yellow centers. The plant is often found in woods, scree, and rock ledges, and it is common throughout the British Isles. It is widely cultivated for its ornamental value in gardens.

Details

Order:

Boraginales

Family:

Boraginaceae

Genus:

Myosotis

Chemistry:

The plant contains various alkaloids and flavonoids, including rosmarinic acid. The exact composition can vary based on cultivation conditions.

Uses:

Ornamental use in gardens; sometimes used in traditional medicine for its astringent and anti-inflammatory properties.

Flowering time:

April–July

Sowing time:

Sow in spring or autumn.

Plant height:

12–30 cm

Flower color:

Blue, pink in bud.

Suitable habitat:

Woods, scree, rock ledges.

Info

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