What is another word for Family Hypericaceae?
Pronunciation: [fˈamɪli hˈa͡ɪpəɹˌɪke͡ɪsˌiː] (IPA) 
Family Hypericaceae is a family of flowering plants commonly known as the St. John's Wort family. Synonyms for this family include the Clusiaceae family, which was formerly included in Hypericaceae. Members of this family are usually herbs, shrubs, or trees, and they are characterized by their opposite leaves, often with transparent dots, or punctures. Some of the important genera in this family besides Hypericum include Cratoxylum, Garcinia, and Palicourea. The St. John's Wort family includes some important medicinal plants used in the treatment of depression, anxiety, and other mental health disorders. The use of these plants dates back centuries, and they continue to be widely used today.
