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Common Name: ST. JOHN'S WORT
Scientific Name: Hypericum perforatum
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Description:
  • Perennial
  • Ground cover
  • Full sun / afternoon shade
Culinary Uses:
  • Beetroot, potatoes, avocados, salads, stir fries
Parts Used:
  • Flowers and leaves
Medicinal Uses. It is said that:
  • Nature's prozac - nerve tonic
  • Treat mild depression, mood disturbances
  • Antiseptic - wounds, cuts, burns
  • Inflammation of stomach, intestines
  • Pain reliever and styptic (bloedstelpend)
  • Menopause, liver, gall bladder
  • Antiviral properties (Aids)
  • Hair and scalp tonic

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