St. John's Wort - Hypericum perforatum

St. John’s Wort – Hypericum perforatum

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Edible:
The herb and the fruit are sometimes used as a tea substitute[7, 183]. The flowers can be used in making mead[183].

Medicinal:

St. John’s Wort has been closely associated with supposed magical properties since the Greeks gave it the name of hypericon. This indicated that the smell was strong enough to drive away evil spirits, and it was believed to purify the air.

St.John’s Wort is used to treat depression, nervous disorders, bed-wetting and stomach, intestinal and gallbladder problems. Also for menopausal nervousness and menstrual cramps. Externally for healing wounds, relieving the pain of sprains and bruises, and for rheumatism and lumbago. It has been shown to improve the blood circulation and to be of use in some conditions characterised by neurosis and disturbed sleep patterns.

Always take advice from a certified herbalist before taking herbal remedies.
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Description

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Hypericum perforatum is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.9 m by 0.6 m .
It is hardy to zone (UK) 3. It is in flower from May to August, and the seeds ripen from July to September. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees, flies. The plant is self-fertile.
Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: acid, neutral and basic (alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist

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