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.
The English term for the tree is not believed to come from the word "old" but from the Anglo Saxon æld, meaning fire, because the hollow stems of the branches were used as bellows to blow air into a fire.
Sambucus nirga L.
Action: Antioxidant, strong immune stimulant, regulates hormonal exchange. Diuretic and laxative action.
Application: It is recommended for immune diseases, tuberculosis, anemia, allergies, constipation and for complete toning of the body and the nervous system in neurosis.
Directions: 1 teaspoon of fruit is boiled for 10 minutes in 250 ml of water, stays for 30 minutes. Strain and drink for one day.
From the dried or fresh fruit, a marmalade with a healing action can be prepared