Sambucus nigra is the scientific name for a flowering plant in the family Adoxaceae. It is commo...
Sambucus nigra is the scientific name for a flowering plant in the family Adoxaceae. It is commonly known as elder, elderberry, black elder, European elder, or European elderberry. The plant grows in temperate and subtropical climates and is mainly found in the Northern Hemisphere.
Parts Used: Flower
Certified Organic
Country of Origin: Hungary
Uses and Benefits:
- Respiratory Health
- Allergy
- Urinary Health
Elder Flowers is the source of:
- Flavonoids
- Essential oils
- Mucilage
- Tannins
- Organic Acids
- Glycoside
- Plastocyanin
- Sambunigrin
Traditional Uses:
Elder Flowers have a long history of use in traditional medicine. For instance, in traditional Austrian medicine, the flowers have been used as a tea or syrup to treat respiratory diseases. Elder Flowers have also been traditionally used to promote digestive and urinary system health.
Modern Studies:
Studies show that Elder Flower extract helps maintain healthy blood sugar levels. Elder Flowers are commonly believed to be a natural remedy for allergy relief and immune modulating.
Fun Fact
Smashed Elder leaves emit an unpleasant smell, so they were commonly used to repel flies during horseback riding.
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