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wood horsetail

Equisetum sylvaticum

Taxonomy

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

About

Equisetum sylvaticum, the wood horsetail, is a horsetail (family Equisetaceae) native to the Northern Hemisphere, occurring in North America and Eurasia. Because of its lacy appearance, it is considered among the most attractive of the horsetails.

Frequently Asked Questions

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