Sambucus nigra is a species complex of flowering plants in the family Adoxaceae native to most of Europe and North America. Common names include elder, elderberry, black elder, European elder, European elderberry, and European black elderberry. It grows in a variety of conditions including both wet and dry fertile soils, primarily in sunny locations. Elder is cited as a poisonous plant for mammals, and as a weed in certain habitats.

The Health Benefits of Elderberry are many:

The berries and flowers of elderberry are packed with antioxidants and vitamins that may boost your immune system. They can help tame inflammation, lessen stress, and help protect your heart, too.Some experts recommend elderberry to help prevent and ease cold and flu symptoms.It’s also been used as a treatment for:

• Constipation
• Joint and muscle pain
• Infections that affect how you breathe
• Headaches
• Fever
• Kidney problems
• Epilepsy
• Minor skin

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