Herbal Information for Elder Flowers in Cut Form

Common  Name: Black-berried European elder

Botanical name: Sambucus nigra

Other Names: Boor tree, European Elder, German Elder

Other Ingredients: None, nothing has been added to this product.

Package Size: One Pound (1lb)

Form: Cut Form Certified Organic

Dosage: Consult your healthcare professional for correct dosage.

Origin: Croatia

Brand: Starwest Botanicals

Cautions: Do not use if pregnant or nursing.

California Prop 65 

About Elder Flowers

Elder Flowers are produced by the Sambucus nigra shrub, found in Europe, Asia and Africa. Our Elder flowers supplier is in Bulgaria. Commonly, Sambucus nigra is known as Black Elder, European Elder, and Boor tree, with the "nigra" portion of the name as Latin for "black". The Elder Flowers emerge from the branches of the Sambucus nigra in the summer months, after which they drop and the berries of the plant are produced. The flowers on the shrub are formed in clusters which are small, tubular shaped, white in color and quite fragrant.

Our Elder Flowers come in both the cut and sifted as well as powder forms. Bulk Elder Flowers may be taken as a tea.

• Supports Normal Blood Sugar when used with diet and exercise
• For Occasional use of Constipation
• Supports the Immune System
• Rich in Bioflavonoids
• Benefits Circulation

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About Starwest Botanicals Quality Control

Starwest Botanicals validated quality assurance testing includes: 
• Organoleptic testing to ensure proper appearance, color, aroma and flavor. 
• Microscopic and Macroscopic inspection for foreign matter.
• HPTLC for identification, to verify purity and authenticity. 
• ICP-MS heavy metal analysis.
• Microbiology testing for pathogens such as E. coli and salmonella.
• Chemical analyses for moisture content, volatile oil, ash and acid insoluble ash.

Audits all suppliers yearly to assure they meet our GMP requirements

Laboratory Analysis

Samples are retained from all shipments are thoroughly tested and compared to our extensive reference library of dried herbs and botanicals to verify authenticity. All lot samples are kept for five years and can be traced for verification.

Starwest Botanicals utilizes not only their in-house laboratory, but also independent labs and consultants to guarantee their analyses are complete. Testing includes organoleptic analysis for aroma, color, flavor and texture. Physical testing involves moisture, volatile oil content, heavy metals, microbiology, thin layer chromatography, and other tests specific to each herb.

References

http://www.webmd.com/vitamins-supplements/ingredientmono-708-elderflower.aspx?activeingredientid=708&activeingredientname=elderflower