Oregon Grape Root

Oregon Grape is a 3 foot evergreen shrub. The leaves are pinnate, darker above than below with 5-9 leaflets in pairs along a thin but tough stem. The margins are wavy with prickly edges, which turn red in the fall. The fragrant, bright yellow flowers are in dense, erect terminal, often 3-headed, clusters. They bloom in early spring, ripening to dusty dark blue berries that are bitter, but also slightly sweet. A native of North America, found mainly in the northwestern U.S. The berries, when ripe in the fall, are used for making jellies and beverages. The medicinal actions are identical to barberry (Berberis vulgaris). UPC: 084783014041. Origin(s): United States. Latin Name(s): Mahonia aquifolium, Berberis aquifolium. Also known as: Creeping Oregon-grape, Holly-Leaved Barberry, Holly-leaf Oregon-grape, Mahonia, Mountain Grape. Plant Part(s) Used: Root. Appearance: Tan to brown. Aroma: Without noticeable scent. Taste: Very bitter. GMO Status: Non-GMO. Allergen: None. Additives: Free of a