Dwarf Elder (Danewort)
Sambucus ebulus
A rank-smelling elder relative used externally for gout, bruises, and swellings.
Traditional use (european-folk): A rank-smelling elder relative used externally for gout, bruises, and swellings.
A rank-smelling elder relative used externally for gout, bruises, and swellings.
Active constituents are under study; evidence ranges from traditional use to preliminary human trials.
- A rank-smelling elder relative used externally for gout, bruises, and swellings.
Evidence strength: traditional use.
- See the evidence level above
- Toxic internally (unlike true elder) — external traditional use only.
- Pregnant/breastfeeding people without medical advice
Toxic internally (unlike true elder) — external traditional use only.
May interact with prescription medications — review with a clinician if you take any.
Use caution in pregnancy, breastfeeding, for children, and with chronic disease unless cleared by a clinician.
Choose reputable, tested suppliers; correct identification is essential for wild-harvested plants.