Hypéricacées • Hypericum perforatum

St. John's wort - Organic

"A golden star with the scent of light, sentinel of meadows and gardens."

$4.49

Number of seeds 250 seeds

Native to Europe, common St. John's wort (Hypericum perforatum) is a plant that brightens landscapes with its vibrant yellow flowers. Traditionally, it was valued for its soothing and medicinal properties, often harvested in summer to prepare infusions or oils with recognized benefits.

In the garden, it proves to be a robust and generous companion, capable of colonizing poor and dry soils. Its luminous flowers make it an attractive plant for pollinators, thus contributing to local biodiversity. Its bushy habit and leaves dotted with small translucent "perforations" make it a valuable visual and ecological element.

St. John's wort is a plant with a hospitable character, naturally fitting into meadows, borders and medicinal gardens, where it plays a protective and soothing role.

Growing climate: Temperate climate
Sowing difficulty level: Medium
Care required: Occasional
Note: Tolerates drought and poor soils well.

St. John's wort is primarily used in infusions and macerations for its soothing properties. Traditionally, its flowers were harvested to make medicinal oils with healing and calming benefits. Its culinary uses are very limited.