What is another word for Genus Hypericum?
Pronunciation: [d͡ʒˈɛnəs hˈa͡ɪpəɹˌɪkəm] (IPA) 
Genus Hypericum is a plant species that belongs to the Hypericaceae family. It is commonly known as St. John's Wort, a reference to its association with the patron saint of healing. Other synonyms for the Genus Hypericum include Tutsan, Goatweed, and Klamath weed. St. John's Wort is widely used as a herbal remedy for depression and anxiety due to its active ingredients, hypericin and hyperforin. The Genus Hypericum has yellow flowers and square stems, and it grows in temperate regions worldwide. It can be found in meadows, forests, and along roadsides, and it is considered a noxious weed in several areas as it can outcompete and displace native plant species.
