Sambucus nigra

Sambucus nigra L. is a dye plant.

Colors
It yields a olive colour, also dark yellow and blackish

Parts used
Berries for an olive colour, according to Bliss (1981).

Flowers for a dark yellow, and fruits for a blackish colour.

Synonyms
Sambucus mexicana C.Presl.

Local names are: elderberries in North America, zambuco in Italy.