danewort
plant
Also known as: Sambucus ebulus, dwarf elderberry
Quick Summary
Danewort, also known as dwarf elder (Sambucus ebulus), is a plant native to Europe and North Africa. It is a herbaceous perennial that typically grows to about 1 meter (3 feet) in height. Danewort has pink flowers with a noticeable, unpleasant odor. It produces clusters of black berries, which were historically used as a source of dye. The plant belongs to the Sambucus genus, which includes various species commonly known as elderberries.12
Summary created from Britannica articles
using AI.
AI can make mistakes, so verify using Britannica articles.
3 Britannica Sources
Ask Britannica AI about this topic
Britannica doesn't have a full article on this topic, so we've curated a list of our relevant coverage.
