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Barberry Bark

Oregon Grape and Barberry, are very closely related, and herbalists often treat them as one herb. The genus name Berberis is thought to be derived from a Phoenician word "barbar", meaning "glossy" in reference to the glossy leaves. Barberry is a densely branched, deciduous shrub 3-8 feet tall. The parts of this plant used medicinally are the root, root bark, bark of stem, and rhizome berries, and sometimes the leaves. Species of Barberry are found all over the world. They are all used for similar medicinal purposes by the different traditions. The Italians call this herb Holy Thorn, because it is thought to have formed part of the Crown of Thorns.

	5 lb	10 lb	25lb
Barbery Root Bark c/s	@ $10.21/lb	@ $9.19/lb	@ $8.27/lb
Barbery Root Bark Powder	@ $9.83/lb	@ $8.85/lb	@ $7.97/lb

Properties/Uses - Barberry is believed to be an excellent remedy for correcting liver function and promoting the flow of bile. Indicated for inflammation of the gall bladder, gall stones and jaundice (when due to a congested state of the liver). As a bitter tonic with mild laxative effects, it is believed to strengthen and cleanse the system. Also said to be effective in reducing an enlarged spleen The root-bark contains berberine, a bitter alkaloid, that aids in the secretion of bile and is good for liver problems, acts as a mild purgative, and helps regulate the digestive processes. The antibacterial properties of the alkaloid berbamine have shown activity against Staphylococcus, Streptococcus, Salmonella, Shigella and Eschorichia Coli. It has anti-microbial properties that are especially beneficial for the skin and intestinal tract. Barberry has a beneficial effect on the blood pressure by causing a dilatation of the blood vessels. This herb is also good for hepatitis, colic, diabetes and consumption. Historically, Barberry was used as a bitter tonic to stimulate digestion, and in the treatment of inflammatory arthritic, sciatica, and rheumatic complaints. Use of this botanical decreases heart rate, depresses the breathing, stimulates intestinal movement, reduces bronchial constriction, and kills bacteria on the skin. External applications have included use for sores, burns, ulcers, acne, itch, tetters, ringworm, cuts, bruises. Berberine is highly bactericidal, amoeboidal and trypanocidal. Bitter tonic, cholagogue, hepatic, laxative, antibilious, anti-emetic.

Botanical Name - Berberis vulgaris

Part Used - Root Bark

Common Names/Synonyms - Oregon Grape Root, Rocky Mountain Grape, Mahonia, Pepperidge, Pepperidge Bush, Holy Thorn, Sowberry, Oregon Grape, Berberry, Jaundice Berry, and Daruharidra.

Cautions - Do not use if nursing or pregnant.

Barberry Root Bark in smaller sizes


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