Elderberries
Sambucus nigra
Origin: Bulgaria/Albania/Croatia

These delicious, colorful, and bright berries come from the elder tree. Dried elderberries are packed with polyphenols, which act as antioxidants that may help support the immune system.*

Daily serving size: Pour 8-12 oz of boiling water (212° F) over
1 tsp. of tea. Steep 3-4 minutes. Do not eat raw.

Latin Name: Sambucus nigra

Other Common Names: Black Elder, Boor Tree, Bountry, Elder, Ellanwood, Ellhorn, European Elder, German Elder

Effect: Emetic; Cathartic; Diaphoretic; Diuretic; Alterative; Emollient; Rubifacient

Traditional Uses:

Sinus congestion, sore throat, headache, fever, blood purifier, colds, pain, flu, cold, sinusitis, asthma, bronchitis, tuberculosis, scabies, herpes, skin disorders, toxic stagnation, kidneys, lymphatic system, influenza.

*This statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. For educational purposes only.