Elderflower Extract, 8 oz.

Elderflower (Sambucus nigra) – Western Herbalism Overview

Key Constituents: Flavonoids (including quercetin, rutin), phenolic acids, volatile oils, mucilage, tannins

Primary Indications Uses:

• Respiratory support
  • Traditionally used for early-stage colds, flu, and sinus congestion
  • Supports sweating (diaphoretic effect) to help reduce fever
  • Often combined with herbs like yarrow or peppermint to promote comfort
• Mild diuretic
  • Can support kidney function and help reduce mild water retention
• Anti-inflammatory soothing
  • Used for upper respiratory inflammation, including sore throat or sinus irritation
  • Can be made into teas or infused into syrups
• Immune support
  • Supports natural defenses during acute infections
  • Often found in combination formulas aimed at cold and flu prevention or treatment
• Topical skin applications (less common)
  • Sometimes used in compresses or infusions to soothe minor skin irritations

Safety Cautions:

• Generally considered safe for internal use as tea or syrup
• Raw berries, leaves, or bark contain cyanogenic glycosides and should not be eaten uncooked
• Mild diuretic effect may require caution in people with kidney disease

Concentration Other Ingredients:

1:2.25 Fresh or 1:4 Dry – Certified Organic alcohol, distilled water

Suggested Use:

40-60 drops (2-3 mL) in juice or water. Take 3 times per day.

Kosher Certification:

Kosher Certified by OK Kosher Certification

Summary:

In Western herbalism, elderflower is primarily a gentle, aromatic herb used for early respiratory infections, fever reduction, and immune support, often in combination with other herbs that promote sweating, expectoration, or soothing of mucous membranes.