St. John's Wort

Latin Name: Hypericum perforatum
Plant type: Medicinal perennial
Botanical family: Hypericaceae

Hardiness Zone: 3 to 8
Harvest period: June to August

Exposure: Full sun
Watering: Moderate

Companion plants: Chamomile, valerian, lavender, yarrow
Enemy plants: Avoid with weak or shade-sensitive climbing plants

Description

A hardy plant with bright yellow flowers, St. John's Wort is known for its soothing properties on the nervous system and its ability to promote skin regeneration. Its leaves appear pierced with small holes when viewed against the light.

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