Species PlantsSmall Forget-me-not

Small Forget-me-not

Myosotis laxa

CommonPlant
Illustration of Small Forget-me-not (Myosotis laxa)

Small Forget-me-not is a native annual or biennial wildflower of cold, wet streambanks and muddy shores across northern North America and the Pacific Coast. Its tiny but perfectly formed blue flowers with yellow centers are among the most charming wildflowers of riparian zones. Small native bees and hover flies visit the flowers for pollen and nectar.

Habitat
Cold stream banks, muddy shores, and wet meadows across northern North America
Diet
Nectar and pollen for small native bees and hover flies
How common
Common

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