Friday, July 4, 2014

Hypericum perforatum- Yellow flowering herb


Hypericum perforatum

  • Botanical name is Hypericum perforatum. Other name is Perforate St. John's Wort. Common name is St. John's Wort. Herb has medical attributes. Grows in Lahore (USA hardiness Zone 4a- 8b). Belongs to Clusiaceae family.


Herbaceous and aromatic plant.
Photo by Rashad.

Average water requirement.  Photo by Rashad.
Bright Yellow blooms.
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Grows under sun or partial shade.
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Leaves oval or oblong. Photo by Rashad.

Chemical Hypericin is found in the plant.
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Can grow up to 2 feet. Photo by Rashad.

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