St. John's Wort Extract

St. John's Wort (Hypericum perforatum)

St. John’s Wort (Hypericum perforatum) is sunlight made medicine—a bright, golden herb that lifts the spirit while anchoring the nervous system. With its pungent, bitter taste, it has a long history of supporting the nervous, liver, integumentary (skin), and digestive systems, making it a multifaceted ally for both emotional and physical healing. Ruled by Air and illuminated by the Sun, St. John’s Wort clears internal fog, uplifts low mood, and helps regulate the nervous system, especially when the heaviness of the world becomes too much to carry. It also supports liver detoxification, calms nerve-related pain, and promotes skin repair—especially for burns, bruises, or damaged tissue. This is a plant of resilience and renewal, offering light to the places we’ve dimmed down. Just a note: St. John’s Wort may interact with certain medications, including antidepressants and hormonal contraceptives, so it’s always best to consult a trusted practitioner if you’re taking pharmaceuticals. In all ways, this herb reminds us that healing is possible—and sometimes, it begins with letting a little more light in.

Tastes: Pungent, Bitter
Organ Systems Influenced: Nervous, Liver, Integumary, Digestive
Elemental Ruler: Air
Planetary Ruler: Sun

Ingredients: Distilled water, organic food-grade alcohol, extractives of St. John's Wort (Hypericum perforatum)