St. John's wort

[ seynt-jonz wurt, wawrt ]

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noun

any of various plants or shrubs of the genus Hypericum, having yellow flowers and transparently dotted leaves.

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Word History and Origins

Origin of St. John's wort¹

First recorded in 1745–55; so named because it was traditionally gathered on St. John's Eve to ward off evil

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Example Sentences

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As a result, people taking St. John’s wort might be more vulnerable to macular degeneration or even cataracts.

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Q: St. John’s wort has certainly been effective for treating my depression.

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I also tested aloe vera, St. John’s wort, rose hips, comfrey, all of these things are very acid.

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A: The use of the herb St. John’s wort remains quite controversial.

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The authors note, however, that the studies were relatively short and the “Evidence on the long-term efficacy and safety of St. John’s wort is limited …”

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St. John's Eve St. Joseph

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