Elderberry (American)

Scientific Name: Sambucus canadensis

Botanical Family: Adoxaceae

Plant Type: Shrub

Geographical Origin: North America

Species/Variety: Sambucus canadensis


Description

Multi-stemmed shrub with white flower clusters and dark berries.

Therapeutic Properties

Diaphoretic (flowers); Immune support (berries)

Temperament

Cool

How to Use

Tea (flowers); Syrup/decoction (berries)

Dosage

Tea: 1–2 tsp dried flowers; Syrup as directed

Precautions

Unripe/raw berries, leaves, and bark may be toxic—cook berries; drug interactions possible.

Replacement / Alternatives

Linden (diaphoretic); Rose hip (vitamin C)

References

VASCAN

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