St John’s Wort
Hypericum perforatum
Clusiaceae
Physical use
St. John’s Wort is a true nervous system tonic. It is best taken long-term to help nourish a worn-out, sad, fatigued, or dejected nervous system. This herb is also beneficial when dealing with chronic viral infections. At higher doses (when prescribed correctly by a herbalist), it acts as an antiviral, helping to clear burdens on the immune system and paving the way for recovery and healing.
Conditions
- Mood disorders
- Very helpful for the “winter blues” aka seasonal affective disorder SAD
- Stress related conditions with fatigue, exhaustion, despondency
- Drug withdrawal
- Hormonal mood changes
- Nerve pain and dysfunction
- Enveloped viral infections such as HSV, EBV and shingles
Topical uses
- Eczema
- Herpes lesions
- Skin irritation
- Minor wound healing
Thermal qualities
- Cool
- Mildly bitter
- Dry
- Pungent
- Sweet
Chakra
- Solar plexus
Energetic use
This herb serves as a reminder to cultivate practices deep within yourself that support you in walking your truth. It promotes resilience, happiness, understanding, and manifestation.
- Clarity: helping you make long-term plans, commit to specific goals, and work toward your heartfelt dreams
- Supporting your ability to trust your gut feelings, as they often lead you to your purpose and passion
“Avoidance and distraction from knowing thyself are unconscious habits that build up and manifest as scarcity, fear, and low moods that inhibit you from walking your truth.” – Adriana Ayales, Herbalist