- The Basics
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| Latin Name: |
Hypericum perforatum |
| Common Name: |
St. John's Wort, goatweed, hypericum |
| Family: |
Hypericaceae |
| Country of Origin: |
Chile |
| Growing Method: |
Organic |
| Parts Used: |
Leaf |
- Additional Info
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Hypericum perforatum is one of many species known commonly as St. John's Wort, and is the species most commonly associated with herbal preparations. It is native to Europe but has since been naturalized to other temperate climates around the world, with particular prominence in North America. The plant is a creeping perennial, producing star-shaped yellow flowers containing long, abundant stamens.
St. John's Wort is traditionally harvested near the beginning of the flowering cycle on St. John's Day, which falls annually on June 24th. The flowers continue blooming throughout the summer and may be freely harvested throughout the season.
- Typical Preparations
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Capsules, infused oil, salve, tea, tincture.
- Precautions
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Due to the potential for interactions with many pharmaceuticals, those on prescribed medications are advised to seek advice from a healthcare provider before taking SJW.
- The herb has caused photosensitivity in cows and occasionally in humans with large doses of standardized St. John’s wort. Do not use Hypericum oil as a sunblock and avoid strong direct sunlight after applying it to the skin, as it can increase the risk of a bad sunburn.
- We recommend that you consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before using herbal products, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing, or on any medications.
- Bulk Pricing + Packaging
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Our herbs + spices are sold in bulk so you may order as much or as little as you'd like. Herbs + spices will arrive to you in either a reusable paper or high quality resealable bag (great for reuse).
This product has not been evaluated by the CFIA or Health Canada. This information is provided for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. We recommend consulting with a certified health practitioner before beginning use.
