Crataegus atrosanguinea vs St John's wort

Crataegus atrosanguinea and St John's wort are both used for Mood support (and 1 other goal). Compare evidence, cultivation needs, safety, and edible parts to pick the right one.

SIDE A

Crataegus atrosanguinea (Crataegus atrosanguinea) — botanical photograph

St John's wort

Hypericum perforatum

Hypericaceaemedicinal

Side-by-side attributes

Attribute	Crataegus atrosanguinea	St John's wort
Latin name	Crataegus atrosanguinea	Hypericum perforatum
Family	Rosaceae	Hypericaceae
Edible	yes	no
Medicinal	yes	yes
Life cycle	—	—
Mature height	—	—
Light	Full sun, Partial sun/shade	—
Water	Moist, Wet	—
Soil	Light (sandy), Medium, Heavy (clay)	—
Hardiness	—	—
pH range	—	—
Edible parts	Fruit	—
Propagation	—	—

Both used for same goals

For Mood support

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CRATAEGUS ATROSANGUINEA

Traditional-use note: Crataegus atrosanguinea appears in herbal sources around emotional well-being traditions, often as a tea. PlantSage presents this as ethnobotanical context, not as medical advice.

moderated = 0.30

ST JOHN'S WORT

Effective for mild-to-moderate depression

highd = 0.80

For Stress & anxiety

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CRATAEGUS ATROSANGUINEA

Traditional-use note: Crataegus atrosanguinea appears in herbal sources around calming and relaxation traditions, often as a tincture. PlantSage presents this as ethnobotanical context, not as medical advice.

moderated = 0.35

ST JOHN'S WORT

Mild reduction in anxiety with depression

moderated = 0.50

III

Which to pick

For Mood support: pick St John's wort

St John's wort has the stronger documented effect (high confidence vs moderate for Crataegus atrosanguinea). Both work; this one has more clinical backing.

For Stress & anxiety: pick St John's wort

St John's wort has the stronger documented effect (moderate confidence vs moderate for Crataegus atrosanguinea). Both work; this one has more clinical backing.

Frequently asked

What is the main difference between Crataegus atrosanguinea and St John's wort?

Crataegus atrosanguinea (Crataegus atrosanguinea) and St John's wort (Hypericum perforatum) belong to different botanical families. See the side-by-side table above for cultivation needs, edible parts, and medicinal uses.

Which is better for Mood support, Crataegus atrosanguinea or St John's wort?

St John's wort has stronger documented evidence for Mood support. See the "Both used for same goals" section for cited statements from each.

Can Crataegus atrosanguinea and St John's wort be combined?

Plant combinations should be evaluated case by case. Check the safety/contraindications section on each plant's profile (Crataegus atrosanguinea and St John's wort) before mixing. Some combinations are synergistic, others can interact with medication.

Are these plants safe?

Every plant profile includes a Cautions section with contraindications, drug interactions, and population warnings. Consult a healthcare professional before using either for medicinal purposes.

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