Elder Berries Organic - Sambucus nigra, 1 lb, (Starwest Botanicals)
Sambucus nigra, the name of the plant that produces Elder berries, is a large deciduous shrub that bears dark black berries. Sambucus nigra hails from Europe, and also originates from southwest Asia and northwest Africa. Our producer in Croatia keeps us well supplied with Elder berries. Other common names for Sambucus nigra include Black Elder, European Elder, Common Elder, Black-berried European Elder, boor tree and German Elder. The plant produces flowers in the summer, and the fruit comes on in the late fall months of the year. The small dark berries hang in clusters off the large shrub, and are attractive to birds who flock to the plants for late season food.
- Origin: Croatia
- Common Names: Black-berried European elder, boor tree, European elder, German Elder
- USDA Organic
- Kosher Certified
- Certified Organic
Humans eat the berries as well, and often serve them cooked in pies and jams, as well as in elderberry wine. According to some sources the berries can be toxic to some if eaten raw, however. The berries have also been used in times past as a dye or a flavoring. Bulk Elder berries are commonly used for their antioxidant qualities, and are a good source of Vitamins A and C. In traditional medicine, the berries were used for their diuretic, astringent and laxative properties.
Wholesale Elder berries, along with many other herbs and spices from Starwest, come with a one hundred percent customer satisfaction guarantee. Our berries are also available certified kosher and organic, so you know you are getting quality herbs.
Elder Berries Organic - Sambucus nigra, 1 lb, (Starwest Botanicals)
GUARANTEE/ SHIPPING INFORMATIONElder Berries Whole Organic - Sambucus nigra, 1 lb., (Starwest Botanicals) is shipped in a discrete, unmarked package. Orders are processed immediately and usually takes about 3 to 5 working days to be received. We do ask that you try it for 2 to 3 weeks to feel the full effects. Any information received is used only for order processing and shipping purposes. Your information, such as e-mail address, will never be disclosed to a third party.
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