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    Whole Osha Root (Ligusticum porteri): Wild-Harvested Rocky Mountain Bear Root for Decoctions, Tea, and Steam

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    🌿 Whole Osha Root, a Wild Rocky Mountain Classic

    Osha root (Ligusticum porteri), also called bear root, Colorado cough root, and chuchupate, is one of the great aromatic roots of the American mountain West. We offer the whole dried roots: cleaned, low-temperature dried, and packed in small batches so the warm, resinous character stays intact. The sensory profile is unmistakable, with notes of celery, pepper, and anise that deepen the longer you simmer. Reach for these roots when you want classic Rocky Mountain aromatics in a deep decoction, a steam, or a homemade tincture. You can follow our full method in how to make Osha root tea.

    Osha is native to the high Rocky Mountains and the Southwest, and ours is wild-harvested in the USA from mature stands, with care taken to protect these mountain populations for the long term. It is a caffeine-free root with a long heritage in Indigenous American and Hispanic herbal traditions, valued through the seasons and explored further across our Native American Herbs collection.

    Every lot of our Osha Root is tested by an independent third-party laboratory before release, screened for microbial contaminants, heavy metals, and identity and foreign matter. We publish the lab test results for every lot on our Osha Root lab record, so you can verify the exact bag you receive. Backed by our 100% money-back guarantee.

    A quick note on traditional use: Osha root is rich and warming, and traditionally it is set aside during pregnancy and nursing. If you manage a health condition or take medications, a quick word with a qualified practitioner is always wise. The full safety detail is in the section below.

    🌱 From the Sacred Plant Co Farm

    Sacred Plant Co is a soil-first farm. Our own farm in Colorado earned a groundbreaking Haney Soil Health Score of 25.4, a number that surpasses the soil biology measured in pristine forest land. That score is the heart of who we are. We believe healthier soil grows more complex, more potent plants, and that philosophy is the reason we hold every herb we carry to the same third-party, per-lot testing standard.

    šŸµ Ways to Use It

    Deep decoction

    Chop 1 to 2 g of root per 8 oz (240 mL) water. Simmer covered for 20 to 40 minutes, then strain.

    Steam inhalation

    Add 1 to 2 Tbsp chopped root to a bowl of hot water. Lean in, close your eyes, and breathe the aromatic steam.

    Tincture base

    Macerate chopped root in your chosen menstruum, then label and store. A more ready-to-use option is our Osha root tincture.

    Storage

    Keep airtight, cool, and dry. Best enjoyed within 12 to 18 months.

    🧪 Third-party tested, per lot

    Every lot is screened by an independent laboratory for microbial contaminants, heavy metals, and identity and foreign matter before it is released.

    Grown without pesticides. No pesticides were used to grow this herb, and it contains no additives, preservatives, solvents or excipients.

    View the Osha Root Lab Test Results →
    See every published lot →

    šŸ“‹ Product Details

    Specifications
    Botanical Name Ligusticum porteri
    Common Names Osha Root, Bear Root, Colorado Cough Root, Chuchupate, Mountain Lovage, Perejil de Campo
    Format Whole dried roots
    Available Weights 1/8 oz, 1/4 oz, 1/2 oz, 1 oz, 2 oz, 4 oz, 8 oz
    Tasting Notes Celery, Pepper, Anise
    Grade Wildcrafted
    Testing Status Third-party lab test results, per lot
    Current Lot OSHA-3587
    Country of Origin United States

    Safety and Suitability

    Osha root has a long traditional record, and a few simple guidelines keep that experience a good one:

    • Traditionally not used during pregnancy or while nursing.
    • It belongs to the celery and carrot family (Apiaceae), so anyone with a known allergy to those plants should be cautious.
    • Traditional use has not been established for young children or for those managing significant liver or kidney conditions.
    • If you take medications or manage a health condition, consult a qualified practitioner before use.

    These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Consult a qualified healthcare practitioner before use.

    Our 100% Money-Back Guarantee

    Our policy is simple: if you aren't happy, send it back and receive a full refund. Anytime, for any reason.

    ā“ Frequently Asked Questions

    What does whole Osha root taste and smell like?

    Osha root is warm, resinous, and spicy-aromatic, with a sensory profile of celery, pepper, and anise. The whole dried roots carry that scent the moment you open the bag, and a long, slow simmer draws out even more of their comforting depth.

    How do I prepare whole Osha root for tea?

    We love it as a deep decoction. Chop 1 to 2 grams of root per 8 oz of water, simmer it covered for 20 to 40 minutes, then strain. The whole roots are also wonderful for steam inhalation or as a base for your own tincture, so a single bag stretches across several preparations.

    Can I use Osha root during pregnancy or while nursing?

    Traditionally, Osha root is not used during pregnancy or while nursing, so we suggest setting it aside for those seasons. If you take medications or manage a health condition, we always recommend checking with a qualified practitioner first. Every lot we ship is tested by an independent third-party laboratory for microbial contaminants, heavy metals, and identity and foreign matter, so you know exactly what is in your cup.

    How do you make sure I am getting genuine, clean Osha root?

    Our Osha root is wild-harvested in the USA and packed in small batches, and every lot is tested by an independent third-party laboratory before release, with the lab test results published on our Osha Root lab record so you can check the exact lot you receive. It is also backed by our guarantee. Our policy is simple: if you aren't happy, send it back and receive a full refund. Anytime, for any reason.

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    Whole Osha Root (Ligusticum porteri): Wild-Harvested Rocky Mountain Bear Root for Decoctions, Tea, and Steam
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