Sambucus nigra L. ssp. canadensis (L.) R. Bolli
Elderberry is a fast growing shrub. Fruits may be used for jams and jellies. Beautiful flowers. Deep fibrous roots good for riverbank stabilization
Wildlife Food & Cover:Excellent Food-berries. Fair cover-nesting.
Flowers: white flat top flower clusters-summer
Fruit: Purple drupe - late summer
Ecosystem: Flood Plain Forest, Mesic Oak Forest, Hardwood Swamp
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Image Source: Anoka Conservation District