Elderberries, Dried, Organic

Product of Bulgaria.

The elderberry (Sambucus spp) is an ancient shrub that has been used medicinally for centuries. In traditional folk medicine, the berries and other parts of the plant were used for a variety of ailments, including to reduce inflammation, boost the immune system, improve cardiovascular health, and treat colds and respiratory tract infections.

Elderberry has been used as a natural remedy for centuries and is part of traditional medicine in many cultures throughout Europe, North America, and other parts of the world. Early European settlers brought elderberry with them to the New World, where it quickly spread throughout North America.

In Europe, elderberry syrup was a household staple used to treat respiratory illnesses and protect against the plague. In the 1700s, elderberry wine was popular among the English upper class. In modern times, elderberry tea, syrups, tinctures, and capsules are popular home remedies.

Elderberries are also consumed fresh and cooked in jams, wines, and pies. The flowers are often used to make an herbal tea, and the leaves have also historically been used in folk medicine.