Equisetum pratense aka Meadow Horsetail

Taxonomy

Common names

Meadow Horsetail, Shady Horsetail

How to care for Meadow Horsetail

Water

Meadow Horsetail should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

Soil

Meadow Horsetail loves a well-draining soil. Perlite and vermiculite help with drainage, while coco coir adds organic matter, so a good potting soil mix will have all three. You can improve store-bought soil by adding some perlite to it.

Lighting

To ensure optimal growth, the Meadow Horsetail prefers bright indirect light for 6-8 hours each day. Insufficient light can result in slow growth and leaf drop, so it's important to find a well-lit location for this plant. Place it near a window, within a distance of 1 meter (3 feet), to enhance its potential for thriving.

Toxicity

No verified data on the toxicity of this plant exists within Ploi's records. Should you, someone in your family, or your pet ingest plant material with an unknown toxicity level, it is recommended to seek medical advice.

Growth-pattern

New growth will sprout from the top of the Meadow Horsetail as it grows vertically.

Region of origin

Meadow Horsetail’s native range is Arctic and temperate regions of Europe, including Britain, N. America, central and northern Asia.


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