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be swept away on a magic horse In the Garden | Cosmetic | Medicinal use Popular garden varieties
St. John's Wort Flower | 
St. John's Wort |
Top In the GardenIt was believed that if you stepped on the plant at twilight, you might be carried off on a magic horse and not be returned until daybreak .... Growth Characteristics: - Perennial, Evergreen, Frost tolerant,
- Height: ±60cm; Spread: ±60cm,
- Bright yellow flowers in a flat-topped cluster. When rubbing the flowers between your fingers it will leave a red stain due to the oil glands in the flower petals, this is a good way of testing that you have the correct St. John's Wort,
- A good plant for a wildflower meadow or woodland area,
Cultivation: - Full sun; Well drained, composted soil,
Harvesting: - Pick fresh leaves and flowers when in flower,
Top Cosmetic- Use with bathwater for a soothing and healing treatment,
Top Medicinal use ... St. John's Wort may be beneficial in the following cases: | General | - Otitis media: Infused oil in ear help decrease inflammation,
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| Nervous System | - Nerve tonic, Sedative and Pain reducing effect,
- Neuralgia (facial and intercostal), Sciatica,
- Anxiety, Tension, Stress, Insomnia,
- Mild and moderate Depression,
- Helps nerves recover when damaged, inflamed or strained,
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| Skin | - Anti-inflammatory,
- Wound healer, Skin problems, Psoriasis, Eczema, Shingles, Minor burns, Varicose veins,
- Topical for Sunburn,
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| Lymphatic System | - Anti-microbial, Anti-viral,
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| Digestive System | - Gastrointestinal disorders such as gastric ulcers,
- Treatment of hemorrhoids,
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| Reproductive System | - Menopause, Menstrual cramps,
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| Musculo / Skeletal System | - Mild painful conditions including arthritis and muscle inflammation, fibrositis,
- Bruises,
- Ointments are also used for rheumatism and sciatica or back pain,
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PREPARATION AND DOSAGE: Tea: - 1-2 teaspoonfuls of the dried herb and leave to infuse for 10-15 min.
Tincture: - 2-5 ml up to three times daily.
Lotion: - Apply as needed to bruises, minor burns, psoriasis, varicose veins, and wounds.
Oil: - Apply locally to sunburn.
CAUTION: - The plant seems to be relatively safe in humans but care should be taken due to its photosensitizing abilities. This is the case particularly with regard to fair-skinned people.
- Do not take with Warfarin, Digoxin, Anti-convulsants, Other anti-depressants,
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