What is Equisetum arvense or Field Horsetail?

Botanical Name: Equisetum arvense

Common Names: Field horsetail, common horsetail, puzzlegrass, bottlebrush, scouring rush, Dutch rushes, shavegrass

Equisetum arvense is a perennial plant that grows in moist, well-drained soils throughout the temperate regions of the world.

Equisetum arvense has been found to have a range of medicinal properties, including anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antimicrobial effects. It is commonly used to treat urinary tract skin conditions, wounds, respiratory problems, infections, kidney stones, and edema. Equisetum arvense extract is also used topically to treat skin conditions such as eczema, psoriasis, and wounds.