Definitions for "Oregon grape"
An evergreen species of barberry (Berberis Aquifolium), of Oregon and California; also, its roundish, blue-black berries.
As A Treatment"...Barberry is more specific for the liver while Oregon grape is a valuable aid to the lymphatic system..."
small shrub with gray-green leaves and yellow flowers followed by glaucous blue berries
As A Treatment"...Recent studies have shown that berberine containing herbs may be useful for those suffering from diarrhea and especially bacterial dysentery..."
As A Treatment"...The root soaked in warm beer was said be helpful for cases of hemorrhaging and jaundice..."
As A Treatment"...The fruit is rich in vitamin C and has been made into a beverage that was useful for scurvy, fever and upset stomachs..."