Is Marsh Horsetail poisonous to pets?
Yes, Marsh Horsetail contains thiaminase, which can be toxic to pets if ingested in sufficient quantities, leading to thiamine deficiency.
Marsh Horsetail (Equisetum palustre) is a perennial herbaceous plant found in wet habitats, characterized by its jointed stems and whorled branches.
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Sunlight
Prefers full sun to partial shade. Tolerates a range of light conditions but thrives with adequate light.
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist to waterlogged. This plant thrives in wet environments like marshes and ditches.
Soil
Tolerates a wide range of soils but prefers heavy, wet, and acidic to neutral conditions.
Temperature
Ideal growing range is between 15-25°C, but it is cold-hardy.
Habitat
Outdoor, Aquatic
Fertilizer
Generally does not require fertilization, especially in nutrient-rich, wet soils. Over-fertilization can be detrimental.
Prefers full sun to partial shade. Tolerates a range of light conditions but thrives with adequate light.
Keep soil consistently moist to waterlogged. This plant thrives in wet environments like marshes and ditches.
Tolerates a wide range of soils but prefers heavy, wet, and acidic to neutral conditions.
Ideal growing range is between 15-25°C, but it is cold-hardy.
Outdoor, Aquatic
Generally does not require fertilization, especially in nutrient-rich, wet soils. Over-fertilization can be detrimental.
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Place Type
Ground
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Aquatic
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
0.2-1 m
Spread
0.3-0.6 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
Grows from underground rhizomes
Leaf Type
Scale-like leaves reduced to sheaths at nodes
Weed Status
Yes
Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Toxic for humans
Yes
Rating: 5/5
Toxic for pets
Yes
Rating: 5/5
Edible
No