St John's Wort, 60g

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St. John's Wort is known for it's ability to promote a healthy mood and emotional well-being.*

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COMMON NAME

Standardized: St. John's wort

 

BOTANICAL NAME

Hypericum perforatum L.
Plant Family: Hypericaceae

 

OVERVIEW

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.

Considered a holy herb, St. John's Wort was employed for a number of folkloric uses during the Middle Ages. It was once believed that the herb helped to protect people from curses, demons, and lightning.

In contrast to its many uses, some countries have identified St. John's Wort as an invasive species and noxious weed. Though useful to humans, it can be dangerous to livestock, sprouting up in pastures and causing photosensitivity to the grazing animals that feed upon it.

St. John's Wort helps promotes a healthy mood and emotional balance.*

 

USES AND PREPARATIONS

Traditionally used as a tea, sometimes available in tea bags; also used to make a red St. John's oil for use in liniments and lotions, but only from fresh material. May also be administered as a capsule or extract for convenience.

 

PRECAUTIONS

Specific: Not to be used during phototherapy. Fair-skinned persons should avoid excessive exposure to sunlight during use. May decrease the blood levels of certain orally administered drugs. Consult a qualified healthcare practitioner before taking with medications.
General: We recommend that you consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before using herbal products, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing, or on any medications.

Copyright © 2018 Mountain Rose Herbs.

 

 

*This statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. For educational purposes only.

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David Shaver Posted on 25 March 2022 at 22:09

Works great! It takes time, though. Don't expect instant results.

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