Cascara Sagrada Bark – Wildcrafted

Botanical Name: Frangula purshiana
Common Names: Cascara, Sacred Bark, Chittem Bark
Family: Rhamnaceae
Origin: North America (Pacific Northwest)

Overview:

Cascara Sagrada, meaning “sacred bark” in Spanish, has been traditionally used by Indigenous peoples of the Pacific Northwest for centuries. Derived from the bark of the Frangula purshiana tree, cascara is best known as a natural herbal laxative and digestive support herb.

Our organic cascara sagrada bark is carefully harvested and properly aged, as fresh bark can be too strong for use. Once aged, it develops into a mild yet effective herbal ally that supports healthy elimination and bowel regularity.

Historical & Cultural Background:

Cascara Sagrada has a long history of traditional use by Native American tribes, who brewed the bark into teas to support digestion and cleansing. Spanish colonists gave it the name “sacred bark” after adopting its use. In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, cascara became a widely used herbal ingredient in both North American and European pharmacopeias, valued as a natural tonic for the digestive system.

Why You’ll Love It:

• 100% certified organic cascara bark

• Traditionally used to support bowel regularity*

• Sustainably harvested and properly aged for safety

• Mildly bitter, earthy flavor suitable for teas and tinctures

• Time-honored use in Native and Western herbal traditions

Traditional & Modern Applications:

• Steeped into herbal teas or decoctions*

• Used in tincture formulations for digestive health*

• Incorporated into herbal cleanse and detox protocols*

• Blended with soothing herbs like licorice or chamomile

• Added to wellness apothecary blends and bitters

Harvest & Processing:

Cascara bark is harvested from mature trees and then aged for at least one year to reduce potency and ensure safe, balanced use. Once aged, the bark is dried and cut into small, uniform pieces, ready for decoctions, teas, or tincture-making.

Ingredient:

Organic Frangula purshiana bark

Precautions:

Not for use during pregnancy or while nursing. Do not use if you have diarrhea, abdominal pain, or intestinal obstruction. Not intended for long-term use. Consult a qualified healthcare provider before use if taking medications or managing a health condition.

Warning:

This product contains Cascara Sagrada Bark (Rhamnus purshiana). Read and follow directions carefully. Do not use if you have or develop diarrhea, loose stools, or abdominal pain because Cascara Sagrada Bark may worsen these conditions and be harmful to your health. Consult your physician if you have frequent diarrhea or if you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition.

*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.