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Do
not eat the berry unless it is cooked.
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Do not consume the
stems of the plant. The stems contain cyanide and can be very toxic.
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The seeds are toxic
and may induce vomiting and nausea.
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Do not use leaf buds.
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The fresh plant is
poisonous.
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Store-bought elderberry
preparations (teas, salves) are safe.
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