Summary | St. John’s wort

Summary

St. John’s wort is a perennial plant. In winter, the visible parts of the plant die off, and a new plant grows out of the rhizon the following year. From June to September, the yellow sun wheels bloom.

The leaves, which are 10 mm long and 3 mm wide, have a bright liquid of essential oils when viewed against the light. They make the leaves appear perforated. When the fresh flowers are cut up, a dark red dye emerges, which is used medicinally. Today the herbal medicine St. John’s wort is used for its slightly mood-lifting effect or to treat mild to moderate depression and nervous restlessness. We support: Sun protection

All articles in this series:

  1. St. John’s wort
  2. Duration of action of St. John’s wort
  3. Side effects of St. John’s wort
  4. Fields of application of St. John’s wort
  5. Interactions of St. John’s wort with other substances
  6. St. John’s wort and the sun – what should be considered?
  7. St. John’s wort or valerian – What is the difference?
  8. Summary