Berberis vulgaris is commonly known as barberry. This shrub belongs to the family Berberidaceae and is native to Europe, Asia, and Africa. It gets its name from the Latin word "berberis," which means "barberry." Berberis vulgaris is an ornamental plant widely planted in gardens due to its attractive yellow flowers and red berries. In traditional medicine, it is used for its antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties. Other synonyms for the word "Berberis Vulgaris" include European barberry, common barberry, jaundice berry, pepperidge bush, and sour spire. The shrub has been used historically to treat a variety of ailments, including diarrhea, fever, and infections.