Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Equisetales
Genus:
Species:
bowmanii
ID:
1316011

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.N.Page

Source:
ipni

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Watsonia 17(3): 273 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001328465



Common Names

  • Equisetum bowmanii
  • Bowman's Horsetail
  • Bowman's Scouring Rush


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Description

Equisetum bowmanii (also called Bowman's Horsetail, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen, perennial plant native to the Atlantic Forest biome of Brazil. It has a creeping habit and small, bright green, linear leaves. It grows in moist, shady areas, often in the understory of forests.

Uses & Benefits

Equisetum bowmanii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can be used to add texture and color to landscapes. It is also used to control erosion on slopes and is a good source of food for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Equisetum bowmanii has small, greenish-brown flowers that are grouped in cone-like structures. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Equisetum bowmanii is a hardy perennial that is easy to propagate from rhizomes. Plant the rhizomes in early spring in a sunny location with well-drained soil. The plant will reach a height of up to 2 feet and will produce small green flowers in the summer. Deadhead the flowers to encourage further blooming.

Where to Find Equisetum bowmanii

Equisetum bowmanii is native to North America and can be found in moist forests and grasslands.

Equisetum bowmanii FAQ

What are the light requirements for Equisetum bowmanii?

Equisetum bowmanii prefers bright, indirect light.

What type of soil is best for Equisetum bowmanii?

Equisetum bowmanii prefers a well-draining, slightly acidic potting mix.

How often should Equisetum bowmanii be watered?

Equisetum bowmanii should be watered when the top inch of soil is dry.

Species in the Equisetum genus

Equisetum hyemale, Equisetum praealtum, Equisetum ramosissimum, Equisetum arvense, Equisetum ferrissii, Equisetum fluviatile, Equisetum laevigatum, Equisetum litorale, Equisetum nelsonii, Equisetum palustre, Equisetum pratense, Equisetum scirpoides, Equisetum sylvaticum, Equisetum telmateia, Equisetum trachyodon, Equisetum variegatum, Equisetum robustum, Equisetum braunii, Equisetum bogotense, Equisetum giganteum, Equisetum litorale, Equisetum myriochaetum, Equisetum mildeanum, Equisetum moorei, Equisetum trachyodon, Equisetum diffusum, Equisetum nelsonii, Equisetum mackaii, Equisetum schaffneri, Equisetum haukeanum, Equisetum rothmaleri, Equisetum bowmanii, Equisetum willmotii, Equisetum robertsii, Equisetum meridionale, Equisetum mchaffieae, Equisetum ascendens, Equisetum geissertii, Equisetum sergijevskianum, Equisetum lapponicum, Equisetum alsaticum,

Species in the Equisetaceae family

Equisetum hyemale, Equisetum praealtum, Equisetum ramosissimum, Equisetum arvense, Equisetum ferrissii, Equisetum fluviatile, Equisetum laevigatum, Equisetum litorale, Equisetum nelsonii, Equisetum palustre, Equisetum pratense, Equisetum scirpoides, Equisetum sylvaticum, Equisetum telmateia, Equisetum trachyodon, Equisetum variegatum, Equisetum robustum, Equisetum braunii, Equisetum bogotense, Equisetum giganteum, Equisetum litorale, Equisetum myriochaetum, Equisetum mildeanum, Equisetum moorei, Equisetum trachyodon, Equisetum diffusum, Equisetum nelsonii, Equisetum mackaii, Equisetum schaffneri, Equisetum haukeanum, Equisetum rothmaleri, Equisetum bowmanii, Equisetum willmotii, Equisetum robertsii, Equisetum meridionale, Equisetum mchaffieae, Equisetum ascendens, Equisetum geissertii, Equisetum sergijevskianum, Equisetum lapponicum, Equisetum alsaticum,

References

Christopher Nigel Page (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.N.Page' in the authors string.