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St. John's Wort

St. John's Wort

Latin Name: Hypericum perforatum
Description of Appearance: St. John's Wort has yellow flowers and is commonly found in open fields.
Common Names:
  • St. John's Wort

Health Information

Health uses for this plant

Relief from symptoms of anxiety and stress

Active Ingredients: Hyperforin may help reduce anxiety by affecting neurotransmitter levels in the brain
Part Of Plant Used: Aerial parts
Preperation Method: Often consumed as capsules or tablets

Anti-inflammatory effects

Active Ingredients: Hyperforin and flavonoids have anti-inflammatory properties
Part Of Plant Used: Leaves and flowers
Preperation Method: Can be made into a salve or applied topically

Wound healing and skin conditions

Active Ingredients: Hypericin and hyperforin may promote wound healing and have antiviral properties
Part Of Plant Used: Oil extracted from the flowers
Preperation Method: Used in oils, creams, or ointments for skin conditions

Management of nerve pain

Active Ingredients: Hyperforin may help reduce neuropathic pain by modulating neurotransmitters
Part Of Plant Used: Aerial parts
Preperation Method: Commonly taken orally in various forms

Treatment of mild to moderate depression

Active Ingredients: Hypericin and hyperforin are believed to be the primary compounds responsible for its antidepressant effects
Part Of Plant Used: Flowering tops
Preperation Method: Usually prepared as an herbal tea or tincture

Active Phytochemical

Active phytochemicals found in this plant

Hyperforin

Description Hyperforin is a naturally occurring phytochemical found in the medicinal herb St. John's Wort (Hypericum perforatum). It is known for its potential antidepressant and antimicrobial properties.

Hypericin

Description Hypericin is a red-colored pigment found in certain plants, particularly in the genus Hypericum.