Equisetum hyemale
Common Name(s):
- Phonetic Spelling
- ek-wis-SEE-tum hy-EH-may-lee
- Description
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This attractive-looking plant likes to get its feet wet and grows in moist soil to 8 in it can become invasive. Its vibrant color is sure to draw attention and the small detail is one that should be looked at closer. It's a plant that makes a statement in a wetland area.
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Attributes:
- Genus:
- Equisetum
- Species:
- hyemale
- Family:
- Equisetaceae
- Country Or Region Of Origin:
- Temp. Eurasia
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Whole Plant Traits:
- Plant Type:
- Native Plant
- Water Plant
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Flowers:
- Flower Color:
- Brown/Copper
- Flower Description:
- Brownish pollen cones at the tip of spikes
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Leaves:
- Hairs Present:
- No
- Leaf Description:
- Evergreen; hollow leafless stems are furrowed with ridges
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Stem:
- Stem Is Aromatic:
- No
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Landscape:
- Landscape Location:
- Pond
- Landscape Theme:
- Water Garden
