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rough horsetail

Equisetum hyemale

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Polypodiopsida ›Order: Equisetales ›Family: Equisetaceae ›Genus: Equisetum

About

Equisetum hyemale, commonly known as rough horsetail, scouring rush, scouringrush horsetail and in South Africa as snake grass, is a perennial herb in the fern Division Pteridophyta. It is a native plant throughout the Holarctic Kingdom, found in North America, Europe, and northern Asia.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of rough horsetail?
The scientific name of rough horsetail is Equisetum hyemale.
What kingdom does rough horsetail belong to?
rough horsetail belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does rough horsetail belong to?
rough horsetail belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does rough horsetail belong to?
rough horsetail belongs to the class Polypodiopsida.
What order does rough horsetail belong to?
rough horsetail belongs to the order Equisetales.
What family does rough horsetail belong to?
rough horsetail belongs to the family Equisetaceae.
What genus does rough horsetail belong to?
rough horsetail belongs to the genus Equisetum.