What is Oregon Grape Root Powder?

Oregon Grape Root Powder is the finely ground dried root of Mahonia aquifolium (also classified as Berberis aquifolium), an evergreen shrub in the barberry family (Berberidaceae) native to the Pacific Northwest. The powder comes from the same root as our cut Oregon Grape and is ready for capsules, blends, or quick tea preparation.

About the plant

Oregon Grape is the state flower of Oregon and one of the most plentiful berberine-rich plants of the Pacific Northwest, spanning Oregon, Washington, British Columbia, and northern California. The bright yellow color of the root comes from berberine and other isoquinoline alkaloids. It is widely regarded as a sustainable regional source relative to conservation-pressured Goldenseal.

Related herbs

• Oregon Grape Root — the same root cut and sifted.

Oregon Grape Root Powder: form & sizes

We carry Oregon Grape Root Powder as finely ground root powder, sold by weight in sizes from 1 oz to 1 lb. We make no health or therapeutic claims.

Storage

Store Oregon Grape Root Powder in an airtight container, away from heat, light, and humidity, to preserve its color and aroma.

Oregon Grape Root Powder at a glance

Botanical name

Mahonia aquifolium

Family

Berberidaceae

Native region

the Pacific Northwest of North America

Plant part

root

Also classified as

Berberis aquifolium

Notable compound

Berberine (the yellow alkaloid)

Form

finely ground root powder

Sizes

1 oz to 1 lb