What is another word for marsh horsetail?
Pronunciation: [mˈɑːʃ hˈɔːste͡ɪl] (IPA) 
Marsh horsetail, also known as Equisetum palustre, is a perennial herb that belongs to the Equisetaceae family. It is found in damp environments like marshy ground, wet meadows, and stream banks. The plant has several synonyms, including narrow-leaved horsetail, swamp scouring rush, and field horsetail. It is commonly confused with the similar-looking Equisetum fluviatile, which is differentiated by its rougher stems and club-shaped tips. Marsh horsetail has several medicinal and practical uses, including as a diuretic, an anti-inflammatory, and as a source of silica for polishing. It is also used as a natural insecticide due to its high silica content.
