Organic Shavegrass (Horsetail) C/S

Organic Shavegrass (Horsetail) C/S (Equisetum arvense) is one of the oldest plant species still living on earth — its ancestors date back over 350 million years to the Carboniferous period, predating even the dinosaurs. Also known as horsetail, this ancient plant is valued in herbal traditions primarily for its exceptionally high silica content, a mineral essential for healthy hair, skin, nails, and connective tissue.

Traditional Uses

European herbalists have used horsetail for centuries as a mineral-rich tonic herb. Its primary traditional use is supporting strong hair, nails, and bones through its concentrated silica content. Horsetail contains more bioavailable silica than virtually any other plant. Herbalists also traditionally associate it with supporting urinary tract health and promoting gentle fluid balance.

In folk medicine, people commonly drank horsetail tea as a spring tonic and applied it topically to support skin health. Historically, people also used the plant’s silica-rich stems to polish metal and wood, which earned it the name “scouring rush.”

How to Brew Horsetail Tea

Use one teaspoon of horsetail per 8 ounces of boiling water. Simmer on low heat for 10 to 15 minutes for a decoction that extracts maximum silica. Strain and drink 1 to 2 cups daily. Horsetail blends well with nettle, oat straw, and alfalfa in mineral-rich hair and nail support formulations.

Popular Applications

Supplement and beauty brands use horsetail in hair growth formulations, nail strengthening products, and bone health supplements. Tea brands include it in beauty-from-within tea blends and mineral-rich wellness teas.

Sourcing and Quality

Hatton Naturals sources its certified organic organic shavegrass horsetail from Albania. Our herb is carefully cut and sifted for consistent brewing. Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Albania

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