The American Elderberry shrub is famous for their purplish-black berries many people use to make pies, wine, and jams...

The elderberry has been an important and popular part of European alternative medicine for ages It is revered by herbal healers for its effectiveness in treating many ailments...

According to the "Handbook of Medicinal Herbs," black elderberry leaves were touted by European herbalists to be pain relieving and to promote healing of injuries when applied as a poultice...