1. Borage is an annual herbaceous aromatic plant belonging to the genus Borage of the Boragaceae family. The whole plant is densely covered with coarse hairs, and the plant height is 60-100 cm. The stem is straight, hollow and ribbed, nearly round. Single leaves alternate, ovate. Cymes, dark blue, with cucumber scent, corolla with 5 petals, hermaphrodite flowers, 5 bright yellow stamens. Each flower has 1-4 seeds, black seeds, small oblong nuts.
2. Native to the temperate regions of the eastern Mediterranean coast and Asia Minor. It is widely cultivated in Europe and North America, and has been introduced and cultivated in Jinchang City, Gansu Province, China. It likes a cool and mild climate and is cold-tolerant. The plant can tolerate low temperatures of -11°C and is also heat-resistant. It can grow and develop normally within the temperature range of 5-30°C. It grows well in deep, loose and fertile sandy loam.
3. Borage is a unique multi-purpose aromatic plant that has multiple functions such as edible, medicinal, ornamental, beauty and health care. Borage can be used as a nectar plant, and the fresh leaves are used as vegetables in Europe. The fresh leaves and dried leaves can be used for seasoning stews, soups, and drinks.