Published in Scientific Papers. Series B, Horticulture, Vol. LXIII, Issue 1
Written by Mihaela BIZERA, Gheorghiţa MÎNDRILĂ, Mihai BOTU
Black elderberry (Sambucus nigra L. is a deciduous shrub species that is widely spread in Europe, Asia and North America. Its fruits and flowers are used for the preparation of syrups, jams, pies, wine etc., and in traditional medicine due to their antioxidant properties. Investigations carried out in the spontaneous flora of Oltenia materialized in identifying several valuable and productive genotypes of black elderberry. Between 2017-2018 period, a number of 100 biotypes were selected in 15 locations from Dolj and Vâlcea counties. Among the selected biotypes, the highest fruit yields were obtained for Râmnicu Vâlcea 147 and Valea Stanciului 24. These genotypes have large fruits and resistance to diseases and pests, these characteristics recommend them to be tested for possible introduction as new cultivars.
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