Elderberry (Sambucus nigra)



Family

  • Caprifoliaceae

Constituents

  • Flavonol glycosides (flavonoids and glycosides)
  • Steroids
  • Tannins
  • Fatty acids
  • Alkaloids
  • Essential oils (especially in flowers)
  • Triterpenes
  • Vitamin C

Parts used

  • Flowers and berries
  • Root and bark

Properties

  • Febrifuge 
  • Diuretic 
  • Antitosis
  • Antioxidant

Side effects

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Contraindications

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Interactions

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Forms of use