Horsetail ( Equisetum arvense)
Other Names::
An herbaceous perennial with jointed stems resembling a horse's tail, traditionally used for its diuretic and wound-healing properties.
Caution: High in silica, may cause toxicity with prolonged use.
Energetics::
Cooling
Sedate or slow down metabolism to decrease energy production while cooling or soothing irritation and redness
Properties::
Diuretic
Increase urine excretion
Astringent
Constriction / knitting together of body tissues - good to reduce chronic inflammation of the bowels.
Vulnerary
Treats wounds
Hemostatic
Coagulation, wound healing
Antimicrobial
Stimulates positive cellular forces (white blood cells). destroys germs
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No Ailments set
Parts::
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Associated with ::
Urinary
Integumentary