Hypericum Perforatum Flowers & Leaves – St. John’s Wort

Latin Name: Hypericum Perforatum

Origin Country: Italy

Our premium Hypericum Perforatum Flowers and Leaves, commonly known as St. John’s Wort, are carefully wildcrafted from pristine natural habitats in Italy during the summer harvest. Collected from naturally growing wild populations, this exceptional botanical is selected for its freshness, purity, and superior aromatic quality.

Hypericum Perforatum is a perennial flowering herb belonging to the Hypericaceae family and has been valued for centuries in traditional European herbalism. Traditionally harvested around the 24th on June, feast of St. John, from which it derives its common name, St. John’s Wort has become one of the most recognized medicinal herbs in Western herbal traditions.

Wildcrafted herbs are particularly prized because they develop naturally in their native environment without artificial fertilizers or pesticides, allowing the plant to express its full botanical complexity and naturally occurring constituents.

Our premium St. John’s Wort consists of carefully selected flowers and leaves, ideal for preparing herbal infusions, decoctions, macerated oils, and traditional botanical preparations.

St. John’s Wort offers a pleasantly distinctive herbal aroma characterized by fresh green and herbaceous notes, mild floral undertones, delicate resinous nuances, soft earthy accents and slight balsamic and hay-like notes. The aroma is subtle, clean, and reminiscent of wild summer meadows.

The infusion produces a smooth, pleasantly herbaceous cup featuring a mild grassy and floral notes, gentle earthy undertones, slight bitterness typical of medicinal herbs, soft resinous nuances and a clean, refreshing finish. The flavor pairs particularly well with lemon balm, chamomile, lavender, rose petals, and peppermint.

Benefits

For centuries, St. John’s Wort has been extensively used in traditional European herbal practices.

• Emotional balance and positive mood
• General mental and emotional well-being
• Relaxation during periods of occasional stress
• Healthy sleep patterns
• Overall nervous system support
• Women’s wellness during the menstrual cycle
• General vitality and well-being

How to Prepare St. John’s Wort (Hypericum) Oleolite

• Fill a clean glass jar loosely with St. John’s Wort flowers.
• Cover completely with olive oil, ensuring all plant material is submerged.
• Close the glass jar and leave it in a warm, sunny place for 4–6 weeks, shaking gently every few days.
• Once the oil has developed its characteristic deep red color, strain and store in a dark glass bottle.

Traditional external use only:

• Massage oil for tired or overworked muscles.
• Soothing botanical oil for dry or stressed skin.
• Relaxing body oil after physical activity.
• Traditionally used to support minor skin discomforts and for calming massage.
• Apply a small amount directly to the desired area 1–3 times daily and massage gently into the skin.

Herbal Blends

Excellent when combined with:

• Lemon Balm
• Chamomile
• Lavender
• Rose Petals
• Passionflower
• Skullcap

Hot Brewing Infused Hypericum Tea

• 1–2 teaspoons dried St. John’s Wort flowers and leaves
• 250 ml freshly boiled water
• Place the dried herb into a teapot or cup.
• Pour freshly boiled water over the herb.
• Cover and allow to steep for 5–10 minutes.
• Strain before serving. Enjoy warm.
• For a stronger infusion, steep for up to 15 minutes.
• Recommended serving: 1–2 cups daily

Cold Infusion Brewing Method

Cold infusion produces a softer, milder herbal profile and highlights the delicate floral and herbaceous notes while reducing bitterness.

• 2 teaspoons dried St. John’s Wort
• 500 ml cold filtered water
• Add the herb to a glass container.
• Pour cold water over the herbs.
• Cover and refrigerate.
• Allow to infuse for 8–12 hours.
• Strain and serve chilled.

Iced Infusion Brewing Method

This refreshing iced preparation offers a pleasant herbal beverage for warmer months.

• 2 tablespoons dried St. John’s Wort
• 500 ml hot water
• Prepare a concentrated hot infusion by steeping the herbs for 10–15 minutes.
• Strain and allow the infusion to cool.
• If you prefer add honey
• Refrigerate until thoroughly chilled.
• Serve over ice.
• Optionally garnish with lemon or fresh mint.

Side Effects

• Important: St. John’s Wort is associated with numerous drug interactions.
• Not recommended for pregnant women and breastfeeding women.
• St. John’s Wort may increase sensitivity to sunlight (photosensitivity), especially in fair-skinned individuals.
• After consuming St. John’s Wort, prolonged exposure to intense sunlight or UV radiation should be avoided.
• Although generally well tolerated when used appropriately, some individuals may experience: increased sensitivity to sunlight, gastrointestinal discomfort, dizziness, restlessness, headache, dry mouth

Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and it is not intended to diagnose, cure or prevent any disease.