Osha Root

$10.00
Description:
Known as “Bear Root” or “Snake Root”, this Native American herb has been used for medical remedies, plant smudging, and therapeutic purposes, and can be found high in the Black Hills.
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Description

Description

This important Native American herb is a wild-crafted plant, found at very high elevations west of the Black Hills.

Ligusticum porteri
Some people call this Bear Root and some people call it Snake Root. It has a very strong odor, something like a spicy celery-like scent.
For medicinal applications, this American Indian herb can be brewed as a herbal remedy for relieving respiratory disorders and fevers.
Osha Root can also be used to flavor traditional smoking mixtures.

In ceremony, pieces of the root are burned on the hot rocks during sweatlodge as part of Native American ceremonial smudging.
This is a VERY popular herb and Native American tradition assigns much therapeutic effect to this plant.

Dimensions:
1/2 ounce package

 

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Reviews (47)

Robyn Mar 13th 2025

Osha Root

The best, most fresh and ethically sourced! I will never go anywhere else to get bear root if I can't find it myself... Prairie Edge is my go to.

Ellie Jun 11th 2024

OSHA Root

This root makes magical tea. Respect must be given this powerful herb that has great healing powers. The aroma evokes ancient and familiar memories.

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Description:
Known as “Bear Root” or “Snake Root”, this Native American herb has been used for medical remedies, plant smudging, and therapeutic purposes, and can be found high in the Black Hills.

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