Elder flower essence supports the recovery journey by building joy, energy, and resilience, and is an emotional “decongestant.” Made from the white blossoms of the elder tree, the same tree that gives us elderberries, this essence is also written as elderflower essence. Stagnant, heavy emotional states are gently lifted, inviting peace and a strong sense of optimism. It also cultivates a sense of beauty and youthfulness. It is a rejuvenating support and bolstering presence for those who are "feeling their age." It soothes fears and helps you recognize your inner power.
Other Products Containing Elder Flower Essence:
- Recovery & Recovery for Pets uses Elder flower essence with other flowers to encourage the body and mind’s innate capacity to rebalance.
- Menoblend can help with hormonal tension and feeling more balanced.
This is a 1 oz bottle that should last about a month of daily dosing.
We recommend taking no more than one blend at a time. Here's why and some possible work arounds.
All of our essences are made with brandy as the preservative. You can read more on why we use brandy here.
Your order comes with dosing instructions, here's how to use essences if you want to read up before your order arrives.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elder flower essence?
Elder flower essence is the vibrational imprint of white elder blossoms, sun-infused in water. There is no plant material left in the bottle. It supports the emotional side of recovery: lifting the stagnant, heavy states that set in after long illness or with feeling your age, and inviting optimism, energy, and a renewed sense of beauty.
How do I use Elder flower essence?
Take Elder flower essence as four drops in any drink, such as water, tea, or juice. The 1 oz dropper bottle lasts about a month of daily use, and gentle, consistent use tends to serve people best. Complete dosing instructions also arrive with your order. If you are combining essences, we recommend one blend at a time.
How long does Elder flower essence take to work?
Timelines vary. Some people notice the heaviness starting to lift within days, while others, especially after a long recovery, feel the shift build gradually over a few weeks of consistent use. Small signs tend to come first: a little more energy, interest coming back, the world looking beautiful again.
Is Elder flower essence the same as elderflower cordial or elderberry syrup?
No. Cordials, teas, and elderberry syrups are herbal or culinary preparations made from the physical plant. Elder flower essence carries only the energetic imprint of the elderflower blossoms, with no plant compounds in the bottle, and it works on the emotional level: lifting heaviness and restoring spark after illness or age-related dullness.
Disclaimer: This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Statements on this site, including customer reviews, have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. Individual experiences may vary, and results are not guaranteed. Reviews reflect the opinions of the authors and not necessarily those of Freedom Flowers. Please consult your healthcare provider before beginning any wellness regimen, especially if you are pregnant, nursing, or managing a medical condition.
For Animals
For the animal whose spark dimmed because its body or spirit feels OLD, worn down, or depleted by illness and the slow grind of recovery. Elder flower essence is age- and recovery-specific in a way the other "lost spark" essences are not. This is the senior dog whose step slowed and whose eyes dulled not from trauma or boredom but from the weight of years. The geriatric cat who stopped grooming because everything just feels heavy. The horse coming back from colic surgery whose body is healing but whose spirit has not caught up. Elder acts as an emotional decongestant, clearing the stagnant heaviness that settles in when an animal has been through prolonged physical decline or a long health battle. It restores a sense of youthfulness and optimism, reminding the animal's system that there is still good ahead, not just decline. Use it during recovery phases after illness, surgery, or any extended period of physical depletion. It is equally valuable for any animal, regardless of age, who seems emotionally flat and physically sluggish after a prolonged health crisis. (Compare with Bee Balm for passion lost to monotony, Tansy for will lost to trauma, or Wild Rose for the deepest level of apathy where no fight remains at all.)
From the Freedom Flowers A-Z of flower essences for animals. See the full reference for related essences, pet blends, and situational guidance.
