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Borage £2.00 Price is per packet. Minimum order value for Paypal payments £15.
Borage
Borago officinalis
This annual grows to a height of approximately 2 to 3 ft. The stems are hollow and have rough hairy
texture. The flowers are a vibrant blue. The whole plant is aromatic. It prefers full sun.
This plant seeds freely. Both the flowers and leaves can be used. It has a light cucumber taste. Use the
leaves for salads and the flowers for cake decorating. The flowers can also be candied though this
practice is not so common nowadays.
Medicinally it was once used to treat any number of ailments from sore throats and fevers to rheumatism
and chest disorders.
NOTE: The details regarding herbal cures contained on this site are not extensive or guaranteed and
intended for information only. Do not use any plant for cures or remedies without seeking professional
advice. |