Description
Source: Mountain Rose Herbs
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BOTANICAL NAME
Sambucus nigra L.
Plant Family: Caprifoliaceae
OVERVIEW
Elder is a plant native to most of Europe, North America, and southwest Asia. Its flowers and berries have a long history of use in traditional European medicine. Elder berries have also been used for making preserves, wines, winter cordials, and for adding flavor and color to other wines. Most commonly, the flowers or berries of elder are employed for their healthful benefits. The dried fruits are less bitter than the fresh. Although the branches and leaves are poisonous, the small stem which is sometimes left on the berry is safe.
Elder berries support immune health.*
USES AND PREPARATIONS
Whole elder berries are typically prepared as teas, tinctures, syrups, wine, cordials, and even ketchup, often combined with propolis or echinacea.
PRECAUTIONS
The raw fruit contains a component sambunigrin which may cause vomiting and severe diarrhea if ingested.
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