Description of plants
Deciduous shrub 4 - 6 m tall. On the lower part of the stable the bark is light brown, and on the upper grayish-white, slightly furrowed and warty. The opposite leaves are irregularly feathery, with ovate, pointed, dark green leaves, serrated at the edge. The flowers are collected in a flat inflorescence, whole to yellowish-white, mild and pleasant scent. The flowers develop small and juicy berries, initially green then reddish-brown and finally glossy black. It blooms in mid-summer.
Use
Elderberry tea is used to promote the excretion of urine, accumulated fluids in the body, to treat diabetes as well as to cleanse and improve the blood. It is also used in the treatment of colds, bronchitis, coughs, flu, initial pneumonia, severe sneezing, asthma and rheumatic diseases. Bark tea helps regulate stool and facilitates urination. It is necessary to dose it carefully since excessive amounts can be dangerous. Ripe fruits have a healing effect and are afficient against insomnia. They are also used to make jams and juices. They contain more B vitamins than any known food.
Collection
Young shoots and young leaves are collected in spring, flowers during flowering, fruits after ripening, and bark from February to November.
