• Scientific name: Sambucus
• Taste: Tart-sweet, earthy, bright

Health benefits:  Elderberries, which grow on the same tree as elderflowers, are most beloved for their immune-boosting properties. “They have gained notoriety for their immune benefits, especially during Covid,” says Stoler. Elderberry syrup, tea and supplements are purported to shorten colds and reduce the respiratory symptoms that come with them. They’re loaded with antioxidants, vitamins A and C and minerals like potassium, phosphorus, iron, and copper, so it’s no surprise they’ve been used as medicine for centuries.

Recipes:  Elderberry Syrup, Elderberry Jam, and Elderberry-Almond Pie