Hypericum montanum

Hypericum montanum L.

Hypericum montanum

Hypericum montanum, commonly known as pale St. John's-wort or mountain St. John's wort, is a flowering herb native to Eurasia and Morocco in North Africa. It typically grows to heights ranging from 20 to 80 centimeters (8–32 inches) and produces flowers with five petals. The plant is known for its medicinal properties, particularly in traditional medicine.

Details

Order:

Malpighiales

Family:

Hypericaceae

Genus:

Hypericum

Chemistry:

The plant contains various bioactive compounds, including hypericin and pseudohypericin, which are known for their antimicrobial and antioxidant properties. These compounds contribute to its use in traditional medicine.

Uses:

Hypericum montanum has been used traditionally for its medicinal properties. It is known to have antiviral, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory effects. The plant has been used to treat wounds, burns, and various skin conditions.

Flowering time:

July to August

Sowing time:

Plant height:

20-80 cm (8–32 inches)

Flower color:

Suitable habitat:

Eurasia and Morocco in North Africa

Info

Pannon Flora Ltd. was founded on December 13, 1999, by Gábor Janik, who retains 95% ownership. Janik holds an MSc in Horticulture from the University of Horticultural Sciences (1986) and an Advanced Professional English Certification from the College of International Trade (1990). The company specializes in bird feed production and export, primarily serving markets in Italy, Germany, the Netherlands, and the UK, alongside cultivating and distributing imported/exported horticultural seeds. It maintains exclusive partnerships with JOEUN Seed (South Korea) and Takii Europe (Japan), a leader in professional seed breeding and production. Pannon Flora collaborates with certification bodies such as NÉBIH (National Food Chain Safety Office), MERT Kontroll, and SGS Hungary to ensure compliance and quality. The company works with approximately 400 Hungarian growers, ranging from small-scale producers (under 5 hectares) to mid-sized farms and large-scale agricultural enterprises. This profile emphasizes agribusiness expertise, technical partnerships, and operational scalability tailored to international client needs.

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