Supplement guide

Elderberry: What It Is, Forms, Cautions, and Clean Brands

By Clip The Veil Editorial Team · Updated October 28, 2026

Fresh elderberries and elderflowers in a basket beside a bottle of dark syrup

Elderberry is an extract of black elderberry, a traditional folk remedy. It supports normal immune function.*

Forms and what to look for on the label

Look for standardized extracts. Never eat raw elderberries, stems, or leaves.

Before you take it

Talk to your doctor if you take immune-suppressing medication or you’re pregnant.

See elderberry brands that meet our standards