Scientific name: Hypericum perforatum L Family: Hypericaceae English names: St.johns Wort Farsi names: Gole Raei pharmacological effects: Hypericin, Hyperforin, Adhyperforin, Rutin, Hyperoside. Geographic Distribution: Europe, Asia, North America Health Benefits of Hypericum perforatum L: Feeling sad or anxious often or all the time Not wanting to do activities that used to be fun Feeling irritable‚ easily frustrated‚ or restless Having problems with sleep and feeling tired Eating more or less than usual or having no appetite Experiencing pain that doesn’t improve with treatment Having trouble concentrating, remembering details, or making decisions Feeling guilty, worthless, or helpless