St. John’s Wort

Scientific Name: Hypericum perforatum

Botanical Family: Hypericaceae

Plant Type: Herb (perennial)

Geographical Origin: Europe; naturalized widely

Species/Variety: Hypericum perforatum


Description

Yellow-flowered herb with perforated leaves.

Therapeutic Properties

Antidepressant; Antiviral (topical)

Temperament

Neutral

How to Use

Capsules; Tincture; Oil (topical)

Dosage

Standardized hypericin/hyperforin per label

Precautions

Major drug interactions (CYP induction); photosensitivity

Replacement / Alternatives

Saffron; Rhodiola

References

VASCAN; Native American Ethnobotany

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