What is the magical use of forget-me-not?
MAGICKAL PROPERTIES & USES IN WITCHCRAFT As its name suggests, this little blue flower is associated with the persistence of memory. Use forget-me-not in spells for strengthening bonds of family and friendships and carry it with you in a mojo bag or as a dried flower to keep your loved one close to your heart. Additional notes: Forget-Me-Not flowers are often associated with sentiments of remembrance, loyalty, and enduring love. They are used in bouquets and floral arrangements to convey affection and to honor loved ones.Forget-me-nots are the state flower of Alaska. Fun fact: The name “forget-me-not” is said to have originated from a medieval legend in which a knight and his lover were walking along a riverbank when the knight fell into the water and was swept away.Forget Me Not Flower Tea is a caffeine-free tea which brews a mild and grassy flavored taste. It is known for its beautiful bright purple flowers, while helping to reduce high blood pressure, soothe the nerves and promote restful sleep. It also provides a boost to hair and skin health.The flower is a forget-me-not, a small blue flower that represents remembrance and is long-associated with dementia. People with dementia may experience memory loss, among other symptoms. This makes the forget-me-not the perfect flower to represent our cause.
What is special about forget-me-nots?
Forget-me-nots are more than just pretty flowers; they are powerful symbols of love, remembrance, and loyalty. From medieval folklore to modern awareness campaigns, these delicate blooms have left an indelible mark on human history and culture. Historically, these unassuming flowers held their weight in gold for their medicinal properties. Known for their diuretic and anti-inflammatory effects, True Forget-Me-Nots were a go-to in the herbalist’s toolkit.
What are the medicinal uses of forget-me-nots?
Used for its therapeutic properties, forget-me-nots can be used as an astringent in poultices for wounds to tighten tissues. Some contain volatile oils which have been claimed to serve as a diaphoretic to induce sweat and act as an antidote for various poisons. The benefits of forget-me-not are particularly recognized in Chinese medicine for promoting beautiful skin and accelerating metabolism. Forget-me-not contains vitamin C and is believed to nourish the skin and prevent the appearance of wrinkles and dark spots.
How to use forget-me-not seeds?
Directly sow Forget Me Not seeds into your flower garden after all danger of frost. Or, for earlier blooms, start them indoors a few weeks before the last frost in your area. Sow seeds after all danger of frost. Cover lightly with 1/8” of garden soil. Space them 4-5 inches apart and thin seedlings to 10” apart. Sow poppy seeds directly into your garden in spring or autumn. If you’re planting early in the year, usually between March and May is best, but you’ll have to wait until the following summer for a healthy display. Sow between the end of August and October for more flowers in the first season.