Elderflower
Sumbucus nigra
Elderberry, Elder
Adoxaceae family
Physical use
Perfect to clear a runny nose. Elderflower reduces the production of catarrh and phlegm (pathogenic mucus secretions). It also promotes sweating and thereby controls a fever.
Conditions
- Common cold
- Sinusitis, hayfever, sore throat
- Measles
- Bronchitis
Thermal qualities
- Cool
- Acrid (mild)
- Dry
- Sour
- Sweet
Chakra
- Solar plexus
Energetic use
- Elderflower helps with protecting against illness, emotional and physical
- It is also said to shield one from prying eyes, both physical and spiritual