Sambucus nigra
Sambucus nigra belongs to Caprifoliaceae family.
The English names for this herb are Black elder, Bore tree, Bour tree, Common elder, Elder, Elderberry, Pipe tree.
Description
None recorded.
Pharmacological Actions
The pharmacological actions of Sambucus nigra's Bark are Diuretic, Emetic, Purgative.
The pharmacological action of Sambucus nigra is Anti-inflammatory.
The pharmacological actions of Sambucus nigra's Flowers are Anti-catarrhal, Diaphoretic.
The pharmacological actions of Sambucus nigra's Fruit are Diaphoretic, Diuretic, Laxative.
The pharmacological actions of Sambucus nigra's Leaves are Diaphoretic, Diuretic, Emollient, Expectorant, Purgative, Vulnerary.
Indications
The indication of Sambucus nigra's Aqua is Influenza.
The indications of Sambucus nigra are Inflammations, Sore Throat, Influenza, Herpes simplex.
The indications of Sambucus nigra's Flowers are Hay fever, Deafness, Influenza, Sinusitis, Cold, Catarrh.
The indications of Sambucus nigra's Fruit are Catarrh, Skin Eruptions, Sinusitis, Cold, Influenza, Eczema, Deafness, Rheumtism, Dermatitis, Hay fever, Spasmodic croup, Dry coryza.
The indications of Sambucus nigra's Leaves are Chilblains, Pain Relieving, Infections, Skin Conditions, Tumors, Wounds, Sprains, Cough, Bruises.
Contraindications
None recorded.
Temperament
None recorded.
Occurrence, Taste & Odor
None recorded.
Dosage
| Part | Dose | Instructions |
|---|---|---|
| Aqua | 5.000 – 10.000 ml | Liq. Ext.: 1:1 in 25% alcohol, 2-4mL tds |
| Dried flower | 2.000 – 4.000 g | Or by infusion three times a day |
Available Brands
None recorded.
Compound Preparations
No Compound Preparation information is available for Sambucus nigra.
Substitutes
No information regarding Sambucus nigra's substitute is currently available.
Active Constituents
The active constituents of Sambucus nigra's Flowers are Essential Oil, Flavonoids [(rutin, isoquercitrine and kampherol)], Hydrocyanic glycoside [sambunigrine], Tannins.
The active constituents of Sambucus nigra's Fruit are Anthrocyanic pigments, Fruit Acids, Invert sugar, Tannins, Vitamin C, Vitamin P.
Antidotes
No information regarding Sambucus nigra's antidote is currently available.
Toxicity
Currently no Toxicity information is available for Sambucus nigra. (work in progress)