Mazhar Botanic Garden

Sambucus nigra L.

Black Elder European Elderberry

Family: Adoxaceae
Genus: Sambucus
Species: nigra
Sample code: EGY-MBG-000604
English name: Black Elder, European Elderberry
Arabic name: سمبوكس ، البيلسان الأسود
Native: Europe, North America
Country: Europe
(PGR): Common

Large shrub  grows to 3-6 m tall leaves pinnate turning pale yellow in autumn, flowers fragrant creamy--white, fragrant fruits small berries, black

Ornamental shrub. The fruit is used to add flavour and colour to preserves, jams, pies, sauces, chutneys etc. Flowers can be eaten raw, cooked or dried for later use. The flowers are crisp and somewhat juicy. Sweet tea is made from the dried flowers. The leaves are used to impart a green colouring to oils and fats.

Sambucus graveolens Willd

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Texture: Chalk Loam Sandy
Fertility: Intermediate
Drainage: Well drained
Water Sources: Moderate Water
Climates: Temperate
Lights: Light shade
Propagation: Seeds, cuttings
Flowering time: Late spring, summer
Zone: 6 : 8
pH range: 6.5-7.5

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