Sambucus canadensis L. Elderberry.
Chaputa (Dakota); chaputa-hu, elder bush.
Wagathahashka (Omaha-Ponca); wagathahashka-hi, elder bush.
Skirariu (Pawnee).
The fruits were used for food in the fresh state. The larger stems of the bush were used by small boys for making popguns. A pleasant drink was made by dipping the blossoms into hot water.