10 Interesting Fact About Elderberries

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• Elderberry (sambucus) is a family of flowering plants that are included in the Adoxaceae family.
• Elderberry plants can grow up to 9 meters and produce small bluish black fruit.
• Elderberry fruit is a good source of vitamin C and also contains antioxidants and flavonoids.
• Elderberry has been used for centuries as an herbal medicine to improve the immune system and treat flu and colds.
• Some studies have shown that Elderberry can help reduce the duration and severity of flu symptoms.
• Elderberry can also help reduce inflammation and improve the health of the heart and blood vessels.
• In some European countries, Elderberry is often used to make alcoholic drinks such as Elderflower Wine or Elderberry Liqueur.
• Elderberry plants can also be used to make herbal tea, syrup, and other health supplements.
• Some species of Elderberry such as sambucus nigra and sambucus canadensis can also be used as ornamental plants.
• Although elderberry fruit can be eaten raw, they are more often used to make jam, juice, and cakes.