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elderberry
(redirected from Elder flower)

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elderberry,
n Latin names:
Sambucus nigra, Sambucus canadensis; parts used: buds, fruit; uses: common cold, toothaches, headaches, diaphoresis, hay fever, sinus infections, epidermal irritations, lacerations, liver disorders, inflammation; precautions: pregnancy, lactation; bark and leaves are poisonous; can cause nausea, cyanide poisoning. Also called
black elder, boretree, bountry, common elder, ellhorn, European elder, and
sweet elder.

elderberry


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Ancient Egyptians utilized elder flowers for ointments and skin washes to improve the complexion and help relieve eczema.
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Elder flower and yarrow aid in hot fevers because they increase sweating, which helps the body cool itself.
 
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