Sambucus
Elder
Sambucus, commonly known as elderberry, is a versatile medicinal shrub cherished for centuries. Renowned for its potent antioxidant properties, these dark berries are frequently used to bolster the immune system and combat seasonal ailments. Whether brewed into syrups or tinctures, Sambucus offers a natural approach to holistic wellness.
- Scientific name: Sambucus
- Family: Viburnaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Dipsacales and the family Viburnaceae, it is classified under the genus Sambucus.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Dipsacales | WCVP |
| Family | Viburnaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Sambucus | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Sambucus, is referred to by various common names depending on the region and language. In Simplified Chinese, it is commonly called 接骨木属 (zh-hans/zh-cn/zh-sg), while in Traditional Chinese, it is identified as 接骨木屬 (zh-hant/zh-hk).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh-hans | 接骨木属 | Wikidata |
| zh-hant | 接骨木屬 | Wikidata |
| zh-hk | 接骨木屬 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 接骨木屬 | Wikidata |
| zh-sg | 接骨木属 | Wikidata |
| zh-tw | 接骨木屬 | Wikidata |
| pl | Bez | Wikidata |
| qu | Rayan | Wikidata |
| oc | Saüc | Wikidata |
| hu | bodza | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant is widely distributed across several regions of Northern Europe. In the western part of this territory, it can be found growing in both Great Britain and Ireland. Moving further north, the species is also established within the borders of Denmark. The plant's range extends into the Scandinavian Peninsula, where it inhabits Norway. Finally, its presence is confirmed in the northernmost reaches of the region within Finland.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Denmark | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Finland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Ireland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Norway | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Sweden | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Austria | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Belgium | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
Chemicals
Sambucus has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include SSA.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| SSA | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Sambucus has 9 reported activities identified across 13 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant, Antidiabetic, Antimicrobial, Analgesic, Anticancer.
- Total activities
- 9
- Scientific sources
- 13
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| Antidiabetic | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antimicrobial | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Analgesic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anticancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antidepressant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiosteoporotic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiviral | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Hypolipidemic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Sambucus has 9 reported medicinal uses identified across 10 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include urinary tract infections, bone fractures, diarrhea, headaches, menstrual pains.
- Total uses
- 9
- Scientific sources
- 10
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| urinary tract infections | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| bone fractures | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| diarrhea | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| headaches | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| menstrual pains | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| rheumatism | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| skin diseases | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| snakebites | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| wounds | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |