Oregon Grape (Berberis aquifolium/ Mahonia aquifolium/ Berberis nervosa) root powder - Bulk.

All of our bulk herbs are organic when available, otherwise herbs are wildcrafted and responsibly sourced.

Available in either a 2 oz bag or a pound size. Save 20% when you purchase a pound.

SUGGESTED USE:

Mix with a small amount of water, juice or smoothie. Dose: 1/2 teaspoon, 3 times per day.

CONTRAINDICATIONS:

Not for use in pregnancy.

EXTRA INFORMATION:

The genus name Mahonia was given in honor of American horticulturalist Bernard McMahon (1775-1816), who was a gardening mentor to Thomas Jefferson.

Oregon Grape is an evergreen herb native to western North America. It is drought resistant and will tolerate even poor soil and shady or sunny conditions; it is an excellent xeriscape plant. The leaves are prickly, but the stems are not. The hermaphroditic flowers are yellow, and the berries are purplish.

The parts used medicinally are not generally considered edible. However, the flowers are edible, as are the berries, though usually they are de-seeded first.

The inner bark of the stems and roots is used to make a yellow dye, while the fruits yield a green or purple dye and the leaves yield a green dye. In folkloric tradition, Oregon Grape is carried in medicine bundles or pouches to attract prosperity and popularity.

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. Our products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.