Wildcrafted Whole Uva Ursi Leaf (Arctostaphylos uva-ursi), Bulk Bearberry, Lab-Tested

🌱 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.

🧪 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.

See our published lab results → If your lot isn't listed yet, email the lot number on your bag to hello@sacredplantco.com and we will send you the lab test results.

Safety, Contraindications, and Traditional Limits

Uva Ursi is traditionally used as a short-course herb, not a daily long-term botanical. Western herbalism conventionally limits a single course to 5 to 10 days, with no more than a few courses per year. The leaf is also high in tannins, which can be hard on a sensitive stomach. Taking it with food or alongside a demulcent herb like marshmallow root tends to help.

Avoid Uva Ursi in the following situations:

• Pregnancy and breastfeeding.
• Children under the age of 12.
• Existing kidney disease or liver disease.
• Concurrent use of NSAIDs, lithium, or other arbutin-containing herbs without practitioner guidance.

If you are managing a health condition, taking prescription medications, or unsure whether Uva Ursi fits your situation, work with a qualified herbalist or licensed healthcare provider 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. Information provided is for traditional and educational purposes only. Consult a qualified healthcare practitioner before beginning any new herbal regimen.

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How long can I traditionally use Uva Ursi at one time?

In traditional Western herbalism, Uva Ursi is used short-term, typically 5 to 10 days at a stretch, with breaks in between, and not as a daily long-term botanical. Our 1/2 lb bag is sized to give a household several short courses over the year. For ongoing use plans, we recommend working with a qualified herbalist or licensed healthcare provider.

Why does the leaf taste astringent and slightly bitter?

Uva Ursi leaf is naturally tannin-rich, which is what produces that astringent mouthfeel and the bitter edge our tasting panel describes as wormwood-and-earth with a soft dandelion note. The tannins are part of the plant's traditional profile. Many people brew it briefly (5 to 8 minutes) and pair it with a milder herb like marshmallow root or chamomile to soften the cup, or use the cold-infusion method to draw out fewer tannins overall.

Why is your Uva Ursi sourced from Albania?

Arctostaphylos uva-ursi is a cool-climate, high-altitude evergreen, and the Albanian highlands are exactly the alpine, mineral-rich conditions it evolved to grow in. We partner with a vetted Albanian wildcrafting operation that harvests the leaf directly from those mountain stands, held to the same soil-first, biological standard that defines our own Colorado farm. Every lot ships with third-party, per-lot lab testing and our 100% money-back guarantee.

Can I grind these whole leaves myself for capsules or powder?

Yes. We deliberately offer the leaf intact so you can choose your own cut: leave it whole for slow infusions, crush it for tea bags or cold infusions, or run it through a spice grinder or coffee grinder for a fine powder suitable for capsules and topical preparations. A cooler, quicker grind helps the leaf's natural compounds stay intact.