Elderberry
(Sambucus nigra (subsp.) canadensis)

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Description:
Elderberry is in the Honeysuckle family. Elderberry is a Florida native shrub or small tree that usually grows to 10 feet and taller. Producing hanging clusters of blue-black, fleshy berries when pollinated . The berries are toxic when raw, but edible when cooked.

Growing:

• ​perennial
• full sun - part shade
• moist well draining soil
• moderate water
• harvest: berries

Health benefits:​

• immune system booster

How to use?

• syrups

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