No. 169. 
MYOSOTIS SCORPIOIDES. 
Bec Order. 
PENTANDRIA MONOGYNIA. 
A good deal of confusion has existed con- 
cerning this plant, which has occasioned 
much discussion among botanists. The truth 
seems to be, that in different soils and situa- 
tions it wears very different appearances in 
form, size, and duration. We received ours 
from Scotland some years since, during which . 
time we have found it to be perennial, and 
not to exceed the height of six or eight 
inches. 
It is found in many parts of our island, as 
well as throughout the north of Europe. 
There is much beauty in the flowers, which 
are produced in the spring, and last a con- 
siderable time. The best way to keep it is 
in a small pot, in any kind of soil or exposure. 
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