What is Borage?

The herb is a plant whose leaves, seeds or flowers are used to flavor food or in medicine. Other uses of herbs include cosmetics, dyes and perfumes. The name comes from the Latin word Herba , which means "green crops". Borage, also called bugloss , is a herb, borago officinalis , in the same family, boraginaceae, such as Virginia Cowslip and Virginia Bluebell. It is an annual that grows wild in the Mediterranean, especially in Crete and Sicily, and cultivates elsewhere.

History. Although less known than other herbs, Borage has been used for centuries as a herb and herb. There are records of Roman use that date back to the early years.

Description. Borage, which grows up to two to three feet (60 to 90 cm), is remarkable for its blue or purple flowers in the shape of stars. "Furry" foliage is a gray-green color. Flowers and young leaves have a mild, cucumber taste and the plant is very popular with bees.

horticulture. It is definitely expanding, so you plant it on the spots, where it is the desired feature. It can be used as a border plant.

food and other use. Borage is often not available in the United States grocery markets, so if you want to use it, you may need to grow your own. Note, however, that some sources recommend that pregnant and nursing women refrain from consuming borage, so consult your doctor with any health concerns. Flowers can be used Sugared for decorating or sprinkled on salads and young leaves are used in salad, soup and pasta. The leaves can be cooked in quantities such as other green, and serves as a vegetable side dish or used as a stuffing of pasta or crepe filling. As already mentioned, the leaves are "hairy", but cooking covered is said to disappear.

borage seed oLie is used in topical treatment for dry skin, for example for people with diabetes and eczema. There is also Honey Borage.