Sambucus melanocarpa
Black elder
Deciduous shrub
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The Sambucus melanocarpa plant species is found in Western N. America. It is a member of the Caprifoliaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Black elder. Some home gardeners know the variety as S. racemosa pubens melanocarpa. (Gray.)McMinn.

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Latin Name:  Sambucus melanocarpa
Common Name:  Black elder
Family:  Caprifoliaceae
Author:  A.Gray.
 
Known Hazards:  Although no specific mention has been seen for this species, the leaves and stems of some, if not all, members of this genus are poisonous[9, 76]. The fruit of many species (although no records have been seen for this species) has been known to cause stomach upsets to some people. Any toxin the fruit might contain is liable to be of very low toxicity and is destroyed when the fruit is cooked[65, 76].
 
Mature Height:  4   Mature Width:  
 
Habitat:  Moist places in California, 1800 - 3600 metres, and northwards to Canada[71].

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