Horsetail
Equisetum
Family: EquisetaceaeNative: Worldwide, commonly found in wetlandsIdentified: Feb 12, 2025
Horsetail is a prehistoric-looking plant characterized by its jointed, hollow stems and whorled branches. It resembles a reed and can grow in dense clumps, often found in moist, shady areas.
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Horsetail prefers wet, acidic soil and can tolerate both full sun and partial shade. It is best to keep the soil consistently moist and to prune the plant to control its spread, as it can be invasive.