Borage

Borago officinalis is part of the Boraginaceae family. Native to Europe, Northern Africa and Asia-Temperate regions. This is widely known as the Borage family.

It can also be called common borage, starflower, bee flower, bee plant or talewort.

This particular herb has been noted primarily for its sky blue flowers. The leaves and flowers are edible and it contains a delicious cucumber smell from its foliage. The dainty flowers, however, are preferred for garnishing summer drinks and salads.

This is a great plant for pollinating insects as well!

Magick Correspondences

Used mainly in magic to inspire courage and bravery. However, it can be used to strengthen protection spells and enhance psychic powers.

Placing the flowers in a little bag and carrying it with you is a wonderful way to promote inner strength and aid in bravery.

Make a carpet powder for cleaning and add borage (can also be added to other homemade cleaners), it can help protect the home.

Placing a borage flower in your buttonhole will help protect you while on a hike or long journey.

Goddess: Brigid

Astrological Sign: Sagittarius

* As per usual please be very careful when thinking of ingesting herbs, plants and flowers

**Please consult your family doctor or a professional if you are not certain of anything