Description

COMMON NAME Standardized: European elder
Other: black elder

BOTANICAL NAME Sambucus nigra L.
Plant Family: Caprifoliaceae

INTRODUCTION European elder is a plant native to Europe, Northern Africa, and Western-and Central 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.

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