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Oregon Grape

Botanical Name
Berberis aquifolium

Parts used
Oregon grape is an evergreen shrub which grows throughout the American northwest. It is somewhat misnamed, as the fruit are not actually grapes. It is, however, grown in Oregon (it is the official state flower). Oregon grape is a close relative of barberry (Berberis vulgaris), and shares many common uses and constituents.

Traditional Use
Before European colonists arrived, the indigenous peoples of North America treated all manner of complaints with Oregon grape.1 The berries were used for poor appetite. A tea made from the root was used to treat jaundice, arthritis, diarrhea, fever, and many other health problems.

Oregon grape has been used in connection with the following conditions
  • Chronic candidacies
  • Conjunctivitis/blepharitis
  • Diarrhea
  • Infection
  • Parasites
  • Poor digestion
  • Psoriasis
  • Urinary tract infections


    • Are there any side effects or interactions?
    Oregon grape is thought to be safe in the amounts indicated above. Long-term (more than two to three weeks) internal use is not recommended. Berberine alone has been reported to interfere with normal bilirubin metabolism in infants, raising a concern that it might worsen jaundice. For this reason, berberine-containing plants should be used with caution during pregnancy and breast-feeding.

    Are there any drug interactions?
    Certain medicines may interact with Oregon grape. Refer to drug interactions for a list of those medicines.
     

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