Borage flowers and leaves are edible. The plant helps restore the adrenal glands and we know that Roman soldiers would mix borage tea with wine before a battle to fortify themselves. Borage also has the highest GLA (gamma-linoleic acid), a fatty acid that helps reduce inflammation and dilate blood vessels, content of any plant, as well as being naturally soothing and calming.

Borage (Liu Li Ju) and other herbs by visiting our Herb Directory.