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St John's Wort Essential Oil
St John's Wort Oil
Native to Britain, St. Johns Wort is an aromatic flower, which is yellow in colour. It is also found in parts of Europe and Asia. It is also considered as weed by some people, since it grows rapidly. It grows up to 1-3 feet in height and can be commonly found in roadside and other uncultivated ground.
General Name: | St John's Wort Oil |
Botanical Name: | Hypericum Perforatum |
Method of Extraction: | Steam Distillation |
Part of Plant Used: | Flower |
Origin: | Europe, Asia |
Application: | St. John's wort essential oil is used for treatment of bruises and for healing of wounds and sores. It is anti-inflammatory and is used to reduce inflammation. St. John's wort oil is also found effective in treating burns, skin irri |
Strength of Aroma: | Medium |
Color: | A deep blood-red color |
Blends Well With: | |
Aromatic Scent: | Unpleasant pungent smell |
History: | St. John's wort is native to Europe, but is also found in Asia, Africa, Australia, North and South America The first specimen for this plant was collected in United States in the year of 1793. It is commercially harvested and supplied in Chile, US, and Europe. |
Precautions: | It is a photosensitive oil and hence should not be applied just before going out in sunlight. |