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Borage

Borage officinalis

Photo by HemaShah
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Description:

Borage is sometimes indicated to alleviate and heal colds ,bronchitis,and respiratory infections and in general for the anti inflammatory and balsamic properties,
As a fresh vegetable Borage ,with a cucumber like taste is often mixed in salads or as a garnish. The flower has a sweet honey like taste.

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PublishedMay 15, 2012

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