Elderberry (sold by weight)

Elderberry Sold by weightPrice is for one gram (one ounce is a little over 28 grams) Elderberry is the fruit of the elder tree, a flowering shrub in the honeysuckle family. Because the wood of the tree was once commonly used to make pipes, the plant is also known as pipe tree. Although the tart berries improve in flavor with cooking, the leaves and stems are toxic. The highly fragrant flowers, however, are also used in cooking and to produce skin lotions and other cosmetics. Both infusions of the berry and flower are traditionally used to soothe minor skin irritations, while elderberry juice and syrup are typically taken at the first sign of a cold or the flu. They are known to have antioxidant properties, offer immune system support, have anti-inflammatory effects, and help support digestive and cardiovascular health. The small berries have a tart flavor that works with most tea herbs and citrus. Elderberries are high in vitamin C (52.2 milligrams per cup) and dietary fiber (10.2 gram