Sambucus nigra
This species may grow up to twelve feet tall with white flowers and masses of small purple or red berries. The berries are not poisonous when ripe, in fact they are sometimes used for making wine, but the roots, stems and leaves contain a cyanide-producing glycoside. Significant poisoning is unlikely.
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