Elder, Sambuscus nigra

Honeysuckle family (Caprifoliaceae)

• Leaflets (2-3 pairs plus one terminal) pointed and toothed, each up to 12cm (5in) long. Slightly hairy underside.
• Flowers small, white, with 3-5 petals, sweetly scented, borne in dense clusters up to 24cm (10in) across.
• Shiny-black berries borne in pendulous clusters.

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