Early forget-me-not (Myosotis ramosissima, J.A.Schultes, Oestr. Fl., ed. 2, 1: 366 (1814))

Family: Boraginaceae

Author: Rochel

Bibliography: J.A.Schultes, Oestr. Fl., ed. 2, 1: 366 (1814)

Year: 1814

Status: accepted

Rank: species

Genus: Myosotis

Vegetable: False

Observations: Macaronesia, Morocco, Europe to N. Iraq

Description

Early forget-me-not, scientifically known as Myosotis ramosissima, is a delicate and charming plant belonging to the Boraginaceae family. Its nomenclature was first recorded by J.A. Schultes in Oestr. Fl., ed. 2, 1: 366 (1814), with Rochel being attributed as the author.

This plant species is renowned for its modest yet captivating blue flowers that truly embody the forget-me-not’s emblematic plea to remain remembered. Myosotis ramosissima thrives in diverse ranges across Macaronesia, Morocco, and extends through Europe all the way to Northern Iraq. This widespread distribution speaks to its adaptability and the varied climates it can endure.

Typically, the Early forget-me-not prefers habitats such as grasslands, meadows, and woodland edges, where it can often be seen adding a splash of color with its blooms. Despite its fragile appearance, it is a resilient species, capable of withstanding different environmental conditions.

As part of the Boraginaceae family, Myosotis ramosissima shares many characteristics with other members of this plant group, including the typical hairy leaves and stems that offer a degree of protection against herbivores and harsh weather. The symmetrically arranged flowers and the coiled inflorescence (known as a scorpioid cyme) are also distinctive traits of its family.

Overall, Myosotis ramosissima, or the Early forget-me-not, is a testament to nature’s ability to create beauty in simplicity. Whether gracing a wild meadow or thriving in a garden, it remains a delicate reminder of the natural world’s enduring charm.

Common Names

Dan: bakke-forglemmigej, bjerg-forglemmigej
Deu: hügel-vergissmeinnicht, hügel-vergißmeinnicht
Lav: pakalnu neaizmirstule
Eng: early forget-me-not
Swe: backförgätmigej
Cym: sgorpionllys cynnar, ysgorpionllys cynnar
En: Early Forget-me-not
Ar: أذن الفأر المتفرع
Bg: Разклонена незабравка
Ca: Miosotis híspida
Cs: Pomněnka chlumní
Da: Bakke-Forglemmigej, Bjerg-forglemmigej
Nl: Ruw vergeet-mij-nietje
Et: Kink-lõosilm
Fi: Mäkilemmikki
Fr: Myosotis hérissé, Myosotis très ramifié, Myosotis rameux
De: Hügel-Vergissmeinnicht, Hügelvergissmeinnicht, Raues Vergissmeinnicht, Hügel-Vergißmeinnicht, Hügel Vergißmeinnicht
Ga: Lus míonla luath
It: Nontiscordardim√© ramosissimo, Nontiscordardimé ramosissimo
Lv: Pakalnu neaizmirstule
Pl: Niezapominajka pagórkowa
Sv: Backförgätmigej
Tr: Erkenci unutmabeni
Cy: Sgorpionllys cynnar, Ysgorpionllys Cynnar

Synonyms

Distribution

• Albania (native)
• Algeria (native)
• Austria (native)
• Baleares (native)
• Baltic States (native)
• Belarus (native)
• Belgium (native)
• Bulgaria (native)
• Canary Is. (native)
• Central European Rus (native)
• Corse (native)
• Cyprus (native)
• Czechoslovakia (native)
• Denmark (native)
• East Aegean Is. (native)
• East European Russia (native)
• Finland (native)
• France (native)
• Germany (native)
• Great Britain (native)
• Greece (native)
• Hungary (native)
• Iraq (native)
• Ireland (native)
• Italy (native)
• Kriti (native)
• Krym (native)
• Lebanon-Syria (native)
• Madeira (native)
• Morocco (native)
• Netherlands (native)
• North Caucasus (native)
• Northwest European R (native)
• Norway (native)
• Palestine (native)
• Poland (native)
• Portugal (native)
• Romania (native)
• Sardegna (native)
• Sicilia (native)
• South European Russi (native)
• Spain (native)
• Sweden (native)
• Switzerland (native)
• Transcaucasus (native)
• Turkey (native)
• Turkey-in-Europe (native)
• Ukraine (native)
• Yugoslavia (native)
• Chile South (introduced)

Additional Images

Flower

Taken Apr 7, 2014 by Alain Lagrave (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 8, 2022 by Tristan Jaton-Maria (cc-by-sa)

Taken Mar 19, 2022 by Gianni Franchi (cc-by-sa)

Taken Mar 19, 2022 by Gianni Franchi (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 3, 2020 by Kensai Battoshin (cc-by-sa)

Leaf

Taken Apr 15, 2022 by Pierre LEON (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 21, 2022 by Pierre LEON (cc-by-sa)

Taken Feb 23, 2022 by cscoq (cc-by-sa)

Taken Mar 15, 2022 by Pierre LEON (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 8, 2022 by Tristan Jaton-Maria (cc-by-sa)

Habit

Taken Apr 15, 2022 by Pierre LEON (cc-by-sa)

Taken Feb 23, 2022 by cscoq (cc-by-sa)

Taken Mar 15, 2022 by Pierre LEON (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 8, 2022 by Tristan Jaton-Maria (cc-by-sa)

Taken Mar 15, 2022 by Pierre LEON (cc-by-sa)

Fruit

Taken Jun 18, 2020 by Bertille Bretheau (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 17, 2022 by Gaël Covain (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jun 18, 2021 by Darren Giddins (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 21, 2022 by Pierre LEON (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jun 19, 2021 by Darren Giddins (cc-by-sa)

Bark

Taken Apr 14, 2022 by Pierre LEON (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 25, 2015 by Tela Botanica − Yoan MARTIN (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 15, 2022 by Pierre LEON (cc-by-sa)

Taken Mar 7, 2022 by cscoq (cc-by-sa)

Taken Nov 17, 2014 by Tela Botanica − Jean-Jacques HOUDRÉ (cc-by-sa)

Other

Taken Apr 15, 2010 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)

Taken Apr 15, 2000 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)

Taken Jan 1, 1970 by Photoflora – L’Abbé COSTE (©)

Taken Apr 13, 2022 by garro mathis (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 25, 2021 by Giode Tonpino (cc-by-sa)

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Sources

• WFO (No URL)
• IPNI (No URL)
• GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/7589756)
• POWO (http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:119209-1)
• PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Myosotis ramosissima Rochel)

Specifications

Growth