Dwarf Elder (Sambucus ebulus L.)

Dwarf elder, also known as danewort, is a perennial herbaceous plant from the genus Sambucus. The species is botanically accepted as Sambucus ebulus L. and is native from Europe to southern Turkmenistan, including Bulgaria.

The plant develops a strong underground system, upright annual stems with white pith, and opposite pinnate leaves. The flowers are white to pale pink and arranged in broad, flat clusters. The berries are small, spherical and black when mature, with dark-coloured juice and a characteristic heavy aroma. They are a specialised fruit raw material for controlled botanical extracts, powders and professional plant-based formulations.

Basic Information

• Latin name: Sambucus ebulus L.
• English name: Dwarf elder / Danewort
• Part used: berries (Fructus Ebuli)
• Origin: Bulgaria
• Raw material type: wild-harvested
• Harvest period: September – October, at full maturity

Raw Material Characteristics

The berries are harvested at full maturity, when they develop their characteristic dark colour. The raw material is cleaned and dried carefully to preserve its colour, fruit profile and quality.

Chemical Composition

Dwarf elder berries contain mainly anthocyanins, flavonoids, phenolic acids, proanthocyanidins, stilbenes, tannins, organic acids, pectin, vitamin C and traces of cyanogenic glycosides.

Suitable for the Production of

• dry and liquid botanical extracts
• professional herbal formulations
• urinary comfort products
• products with an antioxidant profile
• cosmetic botanical extracts
• herbal powders

Medicinal Properties and Effects on the Body

Dwarf elder has the following properties:

• diuretic
• diaphoretic
• anti-inflammatory
• antimicrobial
• antioxidant
• supportive effect on urinary comfort

Important Notice

Dwarf elder is a potent raw material. Fresh or improperly processed plant material may irritate the gastrointestinal tract. This raw material is suitable only for controlled professional use in finished products.

Forms Available

• dwarf elder berries (Fructus Ebuli) – whole dried, crushed, cut to custom size upon request, or powdered

Quality and Documentation

Upon request, a Certificate of Analysis (COA), technical documentation and batch traceability may be provided.

Inquiry

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