What is another word for Class Equisetatae?
Pronunciation: [klˈas ˌiːkwɪsˈɛtɐtˌiː] (IPA) 
Class Equisetatae, also known as the horsetails or scouring rushes, is a group of plants that belongs to the Equisetales order. These plants are notable for their unique hollow stems, which are jointed and covered in rough, abrasive tissue. There are several synonyms for the Class Equisetatae, including Equisetopsida, Sphenopsida, and Arthrophyta. Additionally, some species within this class are commonly referred to as "snake grass," "horse pipes," or simply "horsetails." Despite their abrasive nature, horsetails have been used for various purposes throughout history, including as a natural sandpaper, a source of silica for roach powders, and as a traditional medicine for its diuretic properties.
