Hypericum perforatum - together with a very tiny Hover Fly that seemed enamoured of the flower and brought his friends and relations to share - is considered a noxious weed that densely covers open areas to the exclusion of native plants, and is poor grazing material. Produces numerous chemical compounds that are highly active and are harmful to large animals. Has been used in herbal ‘medicine’ but the active ingredients can be very harmful or even lethal when taken alongside a lengthy list other medicines. Anyone considering taking this - and there is evidence that it is effective as an anti-depressant - should be aware of the many other drugs that it interacts with and be very careful … https://www.goodrx.com/well-being/supplements-herbs/st-johns-wort-interactions
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