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St. John's wort

Hypericum perforatum

Photo by mauna Kunzah
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Field Notes

Description:

St. John's wort is an herbal remedy for depression. According to some studies, it can be effective in low doses. In large doses, it's toxic to livestock.

Habitat:

Temperate forest edge.

Notes:

It's invasive in parts of the US and Canada.

Reference Links:

St John's wort, Species: Hypericum perforatum

Species ID Suggestions

common St John' s wort

Hypericum perforatum

Reference Link
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PublishedJuly 12, 2013

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