Cynoglossum species can be classified as annuals, biennials, or perennials, though they typically have a short lifespan. They feature leaves that are primarily hairy, straightforward in shape, and range from lanceolate to oblong. From spring through autumn, these plants produce cymes of flowers resembling forget-me-nots, available in shades of blue, purple, pink, or white.

Cynoglossum

Cynoglossum amabile is a bushy annual or biennial that can reach heights of approximately 60 cm. Its foliage consists of hairy, oval to elongated grey-green leaves. From early to midsummer, or later when sown in late spring, it produces clusters of flowers in shades of light blue, white, or pink.

Cynoglossum amabile

Cynoglossum amabile 'Album'

Cynoglossum amabile 'Blue Shower'

Cynoglossum amabile 'Chill Out'

Cynoglossum amabile 'Firmament' is a bushy annual or biennial that typically reaches heights of around 60 cm. It features hairy, oval to elongated grey-green foliage and produces clusters of deep blue blooms from early to midsummer, extending the flowering period if planted in late spring.

Cynoglossum amabile 'Firmament'

Cynoglossum amabile 'Mystic Pink'

Cynoglossum amabile Stapf & Drummond 'Pink'

Cynoglossum amabile Stapf & Drummond 'Snowbird'

Cynoglossum amabile f. roseum

Cynoglossum amabile f. roseum 'Mystery Rose'

Cynoglossum amabile f. roseum 'Pink Shower'

Cynoglossum amoenum Stapf & Drummond

Cynoglossum coelestinum

Cynoglossum columnae

Cynoglossum creticum

Cynoglossum dioscoridis

Cynoglossum germanicum

Cynoglossum glochidiatum

Cynoglossum grande

Cynoglossum hungaricum

Cynoglossum javanicum

Cynoglossum macrostylum

Cynoglossum nervosum is a perennial that grows in a clump formation, developing an upright yet bushy habit. Its leaves are narrow, elongated, and covered with bristly hairs. This plant typically reaches a height of about 60 cm. From mid-spring to mid-summer, it produces clusters of vibrant azure flowers.

Cynoglossum nervosum

Cynoglossum nervosum roseum is a perennial that grows upright and forms dense clumps. It features narrow, oblong green leaves covered with bristles. This plant typically reaches a height of 50 cm. From mid-spring to mid-summer, it produces clusters of pink flowers.

Cynoglossum nervosum roseum

Cynoglossum officinale is a biennial plant that can reach heights of approximately 70 cm. In its first year, it develops a rosette of grey-green leaves that are elliptic to oblong, measuring up to 12 cm in length. In the second year, this species produces loose clusters of dark purple-red flowers during the summer months.