Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Equisetales
Genus:
Species:
haukeanum
ID:
1257893

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mickel & A.R.Sm.

Source:
tro

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 52(3): 236 (-237) (2000)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001257231



Common Names

  • Equisetum haukeanum
  • Equisetum
  • Haukeanum


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Description

Equisetum haukeanum (also called the Hauke's horsetail, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Southeast Asia. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, and is characterized by its small, oval-shaped leaves and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Equisetum haukeanum is a fern-like plant that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It can also be used as a ground cover or as a border plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Equisetum haukeanum has small, green flowers and small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings are small and have thin, green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Equisetum haukeanum is a perennial that is best grown in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to part shade. It can be propagated by division or by spores.

Where to Find Equisetum haukeanum

Equisetum haukeanum is native to the southeastern United States, from North Carolina to Florida and west to Texas.

Equisetum haukeanum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Equisetum haukeanum?

Equisetum haukeanum

What is the common name of Equisetum haukeanum?

Hauke's Horsetail

What type of plant is Equisetum haukeanum?

Evergreen shrub

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

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50183945: Based on the initial data import
John Thomas Mickel (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mickel' in the authors string.
Alan Reid Smith (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.R.Sm.' in the authors string.