Omnia SanaDifferences between elder and dwarf elder (Sambucus nigra vs Sambucus ebulus)
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Abstract
Comparison of elder and dwarf elder: elder is a tree or branched tree about 6-10 m high while dwarf elder is a herbaceous plant not usually exceeding 2 m; and elder berries are pendulous and hang down when ripe whereas dwarf elder holds its fruits erect. Anchors the woody-tree-vs-herbaceous and drooping-vs-erect-berry tests.
How to cite
Botanical-online (2024) 'Differences between elder and dwarf elder (Sambucus nigra vs Sambucus ebulus)'. Available at: https://www.botanical-online.com/en/botany/differences-sambucus-nigra-ebulus
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