Product
ID# 197 Elder Flowers Rubbed
8oz
Botanical Name
Sambucus nigra
Usual Origin(s)
Albania, Bulgaria, Ukraine
Pack Size
Net Wt: 8oz (227g)
Volume
approx. 10 cups
Description
Also called Black
Elder, European Elder, and Common Elder. These dried elder flowers have been
rubbed on mesh screens to crumble them slightly. Elder flowers have found
widespread for making infusions, cordials, and wines. They are also
traditionally used medicinally to combat colds and the flu. More scientific
evidence is needed to rate the effectiveness of elder flowers for these uses.
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