Borage (Borago officinalis)  - Mikromak & TS Robusto 160
Borage (Borago officinalis) used as a culinary herb and for medicinal use. The seeds contain borage seed oil, of which 17–28% is gamma-linolenic acid (GLA), the richest known source. The flowers added to salads are edible. They also produce copious nectar which is used by honeybees to make a light and delicate honey. Podere Montecucco, Orvieto, Umbria. Italy. April 2020


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