Horsetail
Latin name:
Equisetum arvense L.
Common names:
Horsetail, Field horsetail
Family: :
Equisetaceae
Origin:
Europe
Parts of the plant used :
Sterile aerial parts
Description
Horsetail belongs to a family of plants that was already present on our planet 250 million years ago. The interest of this plant lies in its very high silicon content. Many flavonoids have also been identified. In the form of decoctions or infusions, it has a remineralizing effect on the osteo-articular system, but can also be used profitably to promote drainage of the body.
The benefits
- Bone and cartilage remineralization;
- Drainage.
