Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Equisetales
Genus:
Species:
hyemale
ID:
748714

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 1062 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000748047



Common Names

  • Equisetum Hyemale
  • Hyemale Equisetum
  • Rough Horsetail


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Synonyms

  • Equisetum hyemale hyemale [unknown]
  • Hippochaete hyemalis hondae Satou [unknown]
  • Equisetum hyemale hondae (Satou) Nakaike [unknown]

Description

Equisetum hyemale (also called Rough Horsetail, among many other common names) is an evergreen fern with a creeping rhizome and erect fronds. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in woodlands and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Equisetum hyemale is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Equisetum hyemale has small green flowers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have two cotyledons and two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Equisetum hyemale is a perennial herbaceous plant that is propagated by seed. It is best grown in a sunny location in well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in dry, sandy soils. It is not tolerant of frost and should be protected from cold temperatures. It can be propagated by division of the rootstock in early spring.

Where to Find Equisetum hyemale

Equisetum hyemale can be found in North America, Europe, and Asia.

Equisetum hyemale FAQ

What is the scientific name of Equisetum hyemale?

Equisetum hyemale

What type of plant is Equisetum hyemale?

Fern

Where is Equisetum hyemale found?

Temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere

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,

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