Common St. John's wort

Common St. John's wort (Hypericum perforatum)

Common St. John's wort, also known as Triptonweed

**Common Tansy (Tanacetum vulgare)** is a plant native to Europe and Central Asia. It poses a risk to livestock due to its toxicity, and it can also be harmful to humans if ingested. This rapidly spreading plant has established itself in North America and Australia, where it is often regarded as an invasive species.

Key Facts About Common St. John's wort

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Attributes of Common St. John's wort

Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Height
30 cm to 1 m
Spread
30 cm to 60 cm
Leaf Color
Green
Flower Size
2 cm to 3.5 cm
Flower Color
Yellow Gold

Scientific Classification of Common St. John's wort

Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Dicotyledons
Order
Malpighiales
Family
St. John's wort
Genus
St. John's worts
Species
Common St. John's wort

Toxicity

ingestion, skin contact