Editing Borage (section)

== Why is this crop useful for space? ==

Borage could be beneficial for space cultivation due to several reasons: - '''Nutritional Value''': Borage microgreens are rich in vitamin C, GLA, and antioxidants, making them a nutritious addition to space diets<ref>https://microgreensworld.com/borage-microgreens-nutrition</ref>. - '''Medicinal Properties''': The plant’s seeds provide oil with potential health benefits, such as relieving atopic eczema and rheumatoid arthritis<ref>https://inspection.canada.ca/en/plant-varieties/plants-novel-traits/applicants/directive-94-08/biology-documents/borago-officinalis</ref>. - '''Low Maintenance''': As an annual herb, borage is relatively easy to grow and maintain, which could be advantageous in controlled space environments. - '''Pollinator Support''': Although not directly applicable in space, borage’s ability to attract pollinators on Earth suggests it might be useful in future closed ecosystems designed to mimic terrestrial conditions.

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