Can you eat forget me nots? Understanding the Edible vs. Toxic Varieties
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While true forget-me-nots (Myosotis species) are generally considered non-toxic and their flowers are sometimes used as a garnish, it's crucial to correctly identify the plant before consumption. Misidentification can lead to ingesting a toxic look-alike, such as the Chinese forget-me-not, which contains dangerous pyrrolizidine alkaloids.
