What is another word for Sweet Scabious?
Pronunciation: [swˈiːt skˈabɪəs] (IPA) 
Sweet Scabious is a flowering plant native to Europe and Asia, which is also known as "Pincushion Flower". This beautiful plant is characterized by its pastel-toned flowers and intricate, button-like shape. Other synonyms for Sweet Scabious include "Jack-go-to-bed-at-noon" and "Mournful Widow". These names reflect the plant's tendency to close its flowers during the midday heat, as if it were going to sleep, as well as its use in herbal remedies for treating grief and heartache. Sweet Scabious is a popular addition to cottage gardens and wildflower meadows, attracting pollinators such as butterflies and bees with its nectar-rich blooms.
