Osha Root

Botanical Name: Ligusticum porteri ^^Sustainably Wildharvested   Note: This Osha root is ethically & sustainably wildharvested to protect the plant population of this very important and Sacred root. The roots are harvested by a Medicine man in a Sacred way beginning with an offering...always asking first for permission from Great Spirit, the Spirit of the plant, the land and the Spirits who dwell and protect that land. The entire harvest is spent in prayer and followed by a blessing.    Osha root, scientifically known as Ligusticum porteri, is a perennial herb native to the mountainous regions of the western United States, particularly in the Rocky Mountains. It belongs to the Apiaceae family and is recognized for its aromatic, thick roots and distinctive, feathery leaves. Traditionally, osha root has been used in herbal remedies for its potential benefits related to respiratory health and immune support, often prepared as teas, tinctures, or extracts. The root has a strong, pungen