Field Forget-me-not (Myosotis arvensis) is a small annual or biennial herbaceous plant native to the United Kingdom, belonging to the Boraginaceae family. It is commonly found in a variety of habitats, including grasslands, meadows, arable fields, roadsides, and waste grounds, across the UK.

Field Forget-me-not thrives in nutrient-rich, well-drained soils, often favouring habitats with full sun or partial shade. It can tolerate a wide range of soil types, including loam, clay, and sandy soils, making it adaptable to different environmental conditions.

Predators of Field Forget-me-not include herbivores such as grazing mammals and insects, which may feed on its foliage. However, its small size and inconspicuous flowers often provide some protection from extensive browsing.

As an annual or biennial plant, Field Forget-me-not completes its life cycle within one or two years. It forms low-growing rosettes of lance-shaped leaves and produces clusters of small blue flowers with yellow centres in spring to early summer. It reproduces via seeds, which are dispersed by wind or animals.

Culturally, Field Forget-me-not is associated with remembrance and sentimentality, symbolising love, fidelity, and enduring memories. It has been used in various artworks, literature, and poetry, including as a symbol of remembrance for soldiers lost in wars.

An interesting fact about Field Forget-me-not is its name, which stems from the German word “Vergissmeinnicht,” meaning “forget-me-not,” and the belief that wearing or carrying the flower would help ensure lasting love and memories.