The elderberry is a deciduous small tree or shrub with serrated leaves and bright white umbels of flowers in late spring. The dark purple, almost black edible berries ripen in the late summer or ...

Elderberry, or le sureau, is said to be good for rheumatism, colds, fever, chills and also as a tea for measles. Its syrup reportedly shortens the duration of flu by several days.

If you are looking for a tree to bring life to your yard and food to your table, then try planting an elderberry. If you have questions, call the AgriLife office in Odessa at 498-4071 or in ...

The most common type is Sambucus nigra, also known as the European elderberry or black elder. This tree is native to Europe, though it is widely grown in many other parts of the world as well (1, 2).

The flat white flowers of the elderberry tree are five-pointed and are edible. These flowers, which are the mildest part of the plant, contain rutin and flavonoid alkaloids, as well as tannins.

In this edition of ID That Tree, Purdue extension forester Lenny Farlee helps you identify American elderberry, a native shrub found in wetland areas and other areas with good-quality moist soils.

Kudos to you, little elderberry tree. I had no idea you were so important and that you have contributed so much to so many lives. “The wonder is that we can see these trees and not wonder more ...

For instance, cherry is limited by spring weather. There are good and not-so-good elderberry trees. My compilation gives you the best options for all the fruits you mention.