💜Borago officinalis
Borage (gol-e gāv-zabān)
Borago officinalis
Purple star-shaped flowers brewed into a strikingly violet tea — a beloved Persian calming drink.
Traditional use
Brewed for nervousness, mild fever, and a heavy chest. Often combined with a touch of saffron and rock sugar.
How to prepare
1 tbsp dried flowers per cup, just-boiled water, cover, steep 10 minutes.
Safety notes
Only drink occasionally — borage contains pyrrolizidine alkaloids that can stress the liver in heavy use. Avoid in pregnancy.
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