Libatius Borage
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Libatius Borage is the wizard who wrote Advanced Potion-Making, the Potions textbook used at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry for N.E.W.T.-level classes. [2]
[edit] Name Etymology
Libatius Borage's name probably derives from libation, a ritual offering of drink to the gods, and Borage, an edible herb believed to bestow excitement and courage in the hearts of those who consumed it.
[edit] Appearances
- Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince (First mentioned)
- Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince (film) (Mentioned only)
[edit] Notes and references
- ↑ According to Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince - Chapter 16 (A Very Frosty Christmas); this is the approximate date of publication of Advanced Potion-Making
- ↑ Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince - Chapter 9 (The Half-Blood Prince)
