Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Equisetales
Genus:
Species:
praealtum
ID:
748715

Status:
valid

Authors:
Raf.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1817

Citation Micro:
Fl. Ludov. : 13 (1817)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000748048



Common Names

  • Equisetum Praealtum
  • Praealtum Equisetum
  • Praealtum Horsetail


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Synonyms

  • Equisetum hyemale affine (Engelm.) Calder & Roy L.Taylor [unknown]
  • Equisetum hyemale affine A.A.Eaton [unknown]
  • Equisetum hyemale elatum (Engelm.) C.V.Morton [unknown]
  • Equisetum praealtum affine (Engelm.) M.Broun [unknown]
  • Equisetum robustum affine Engelm. [unknown]
  • Hippochaete prealta Farw. [unknown]
  • Hippochaete prealta affinis Farw. [unknown]
  • Equisetum californicum (Milde) G.N.Jones [unknown]
  • Equisetum affine ([attributed to Engelm. by] Rydb) in Rydb. [unknown]
  • Equisetum komarovii Iljin ex Kom. [unknown]
  • Hippochaete hyemalis affinis (Engelm.) Satou [unknown]
  • Equisetum hyemale herbaceum (A.A.Eaton) M.Broun [unknown]
  • Equisetum praealtum texanum (Milde) M.Broun [unknown]
  • Hippochaete praealta Farw. [unknown]
  • Hippochaete praealta intermedia Farw. [unknown]
  • Equisetum hyemale californicum Milde [unknown]
  • Equisetum hyemale robustum A.A.Eaton [unknown]
  • Equisetum hyemale texanum Milde [unknown]
  • Equisetum robustum minus Engelm. [unknown]
  • Equisetum hyemale pumilum (A.A.Eaton) Scoggan [unknown]
  • Equisetum praealtum drummondii (Milde) M.Broun [deprecated]
  • Equisetum praealtum neopolystachyum (Farw.) M.Broun [unknown]
  • Equisetum praealtum polystachyum (Prag.) M.Broun [deprecated]
  • Equisetum praealtum pumilum (A.A.Eaton) M.Broun [deprecated]
  • Equisetum praealtum ramosum (A.A.Eaton) M.Broun [deprecated]
  • Equisetum hyemale drummondii A.A.Eaton [deprecated]
  • Equisetum hyemale herbaceum A.A.Eaton [deprecated]
  • Equisetum hyemale pseudohyemale (Farw.) C.V.Morton in Gleason [deprecated]
  • Equisetum hyemale pumilum A.A.Eaton [unknown]
  • Equisetum robustum drummondii Milde [deprecated]
  • Hippochaete hyemalis californica (Milde) Farw. [deprecated]
  • Hippochaete praealta affinis Farw. [deprecated]
  • Hippochaete praealta pseudohyemalis Farw. [deprecated]
  • Equisetum hyemale intermedium A.A.Eaton [deprecated]

Description

Equisetum praealtum (also called Pre-High 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 praealtum 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 praealtum 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 praealtum 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 praealtum

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

Equisetum praealtum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Equisetum praealtum?

Equisetum praealtum

What type of plant is Equisetum praealtum?

Fern

Where is Equisetum praealtum found?

Tropical and subtropical regions

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,