Horsetail

There are multiple varieties of horsetail. I've included pictures of different varieties.
Equisetum is the only living genus in Equisetaceae, a family of vascular plants that reproduce by spores rather than seeds.

you can use the leaves as a tea.

contains silicon, which helps strengthen bone.

up to 25% of its dry weight is silica. no other plant boasts as high of a concentration of this mineral.

improves the formation, density, and consistency of bone and cartilage tissue by enhancing collagen synthesis and improving the absorption and use of calcium.

great for treating osteoporosis.

has been shown to increase collagen production, reduce inflammation, and improve skin health.

can relieve edema.

can help loss of bladder control.

is also a natural diuretic.

has great wound healing properties. significantly closes wounds faster and helps skin regeneration when applied topically. studies were done with horsetail as a topical agent for c section wounds after birth.

higher silicon content in hair fibers results in a lower rate of hair loss and promotes hair growth, as well as increased brightness.

shown to regenerate damaged pancreatic tissue.

has antioxidants, anti microbial and anti inflammatory activists.

horsetail plant is invasive and can spread through an area of land quickly, thus making it hard to get rid of once it is in your garden. grow in pot.