Learn About the Medicinal Benefits of This Edible Flower Elderflower
With August in full swing, there are plenty of ways to cool off during summer's heat! Whether cooling off by the pool or in the shade sipping lemonade, Florboxoxo has the perfect recipe for a classic fun day under the sun! Check out the many benefits of elderflower plus a refreshing recipe for a lemonade drink by the renowned plant specialist Margaret Roberts!
As a friendly disclaimer, it is best advised to seek additional information from your medical care provider before adding any plant to your diet.
Flower Origins and Anatomy of Elderflowers
Elderflowers (Sambucus nigra), also referred to as Elder, are from the Adoxaceae family. These flowers are stemmed from shrubs or small trees. These flowers are roundish tiny flowers grouped together. Purple blackberries bloom from the white and yellow flowers in mid-summer and hold beneficial properties such as vitamin A and vitamin C.
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Elderflower (Sambucus nigra) represents inner strength, self-esteem, courage, fortitude, calm fears, nurturing stability, inner energy, vigor, resilience, joy, recovery, renewal of energy, protection from evil, good luck, release of sins, prolonged life, and peaceful sleep. - Flowerpaedia (2018)
Elderflower Medicinal Benefits
These flowers are antiviral herbs that help reduce fevers, flu, earaches and boost the overall immune system. Elderflower also stimulates circulation and sweat glands for proper detoxification; this flower side effect aids in arthritis and skin conditions such as blisters and cold sores.
Elderflower Lemonade Recipe
This revitalizing lemonade recipe is excellent when paired with summer grilled cuisines to zesty mimosas or cocktails with family and friends! This simple recipe can serve as a fabulous healthy alternative to most sugary juices and sodas. Margaret Roberts' signature elderflower lemonade recipe is refreshingly nutritious!
Ingredients (8 Servings)
4 cups elderflowers, stems removed
Juice of 8 lemons
1 tablespoon lemon rind
3-4 cups white sugar
2 litres water
Recipe (8 Servings)
Simmer the ingredients together for 10 minutes. Add a little extra water if necessary. Cool, then strain. Pour the lemony syrup into a decanter and keep in the fridge. To serve, pour 1/4 glass syrup and top up with iced water and crushed ice, or ice-cold soda water with a sprinkling of older flowers floating on top.
Enjoy! - OXO
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Sources For This Article
Author - Naia Geni | Floral Designer | Senior Editor | @naiageni
Flowerpaedia (2018) | Cheralyn Darcey
Edible Flowers | Flower Therapy
Historically, medical practitioners and religious healers have utilized the healing properties of certain flowers. Flowers can often be associated with uplifting energy and emotions with basic natural properties such as appearance, fragrance, and colors.
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