ST. JOHN'S WORT OIL

	Botanical Name	:	Hypericum Perforatum
	Common Name	:	Klamath weed, Tipton's weed
	CAS #	:	68917-49-7
	Plant Parts Used	:	Flowers
	Extraction Method	:	Steam Distillation
	Color & Odor	:	Brownish reddish oil with floral, characteristics odor

Description :
It is a plant that is commonly called just St. John's Wort. The herb is a European perennial herb with serrated or perforated leaves.

Constituents & Specifications :
Glycosides (including a red pigment, hypericin), flavonoids, tannins, resin, volatile oil

Properties :
Anti depressant, diuretic, expectorant, hypertensive, insecticidal, restorative, rubefacient, adrenal cortex stimulant as well as stimulant to the circulation and nervous system.

Benefits & Uses :

• It is used topically for bruises, neuralgia, sciatica, inflamed nerves, and sunburn. Ironically skin.
• St. John’s wort essential oil is used as antidepressant treatment
• The natural essential oil is effective in fighting the depression and anxiety.
• The use of St. John’s wort oil also helps you to avoid the side effects of the anti-depressants.