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Forget-Me-Not

Botanical: Myosotis symphytifolia
Family: N.O. Boraginaceae

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This plant has a strong affinity for the respiratory organs, especially the left lower lung. On the Continent it is sometimes made into a syrup and given for pulmonary affections. There is a tradition that a decoction or juice of the plant hardens steel.

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