A yellow flowering herb with long, slender stems and perforated leaves.

It is widely used in herbal medicine for its antidepressant properties, due to compounds such as hypericin and hyperforin.

Traditionally it is also used for wound healing, inflammation and mild anxiety, making it a versatile herbal remedy.

Medicinal substances from the flowers are extracted by macerating them in lukewarm oil.

Also a good plant for the border.