A perennial grass that is dimorphic, having a fertile stem in the spring which dies back and is replaced by a sterile stem in early summer. The fertile stem is brownish in color, shorter, and unbranched. The sterile stem is green with whorls of needle-like leaves and jointed stems. Also known as scouring rush, shavegrass, bottlebrush, or pewter wort. Our horsetail consists of the sterile, ærial parts harvested in the summer months between June and August.
Directions:
To prepare as a tea, pour 8 oz. boiling water over 2 tsp. of herb. Cover and steep for 5-10 minutes, strain and serve immediately.
Safety Guideline: Equisetum arvense should not be used by persons with cardiac or kidney disease. Not recommended for long-term use or use by children. Do not exceed the recommended serving size. If pregnant, nursing, suffering from any medical condition, or taking medication, consult a healthcare practitioner before use. Not for use in persons with cardiac or kidney disease. Not recommended for long-term use or use by children. Do not exceed the recommended serving size. Keep out of reach of children.