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Growing Info

Scarification: none required

Stratification: none required

Germination: requires light for germination, surface sow and keep moist

Hypericum perforatumHypericum perforatum

Common St. Johnswort

Hypericum perforatum

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Growing Info

Scarification: none required

Stratification: none required

Germination: requires light for germination, surface sow and keep moist

Looking for a valuable natural remedy for nervous problems and depression? Look no further than Hypericum perforatum, also known as Common St. Johnswort. This herbaceous perennial plant has been used for centuries in herbalism and traditional medicine due to its active compounds including rutin, pectin, choline, sitosterol, hypericin, and pseudohypericin. Recent clinical trials have shown that up to 67% of patients with mild to moderate depression improved when taking this plant. Hypericin and pseudohypericin specifically have been found to have potent anti-retroviral activity and are being researched for their potential use in AIDS treatment. St. Johnswort is generally well-tolerated, with potential side effects including gastrointestinal discomfort, dizziness, fatigue, and headache. It's a natural solution for those looking to improve their mental wellbeing.