Organic field horsetail herbal tea, 25 g

Discover Herberry's organic field horsetail herbal tea: dried sterile stems in a 25 g resealable kraft pouch. Certified organic farming.

Field horsetail (Equisetum arvense) is a primitive perennial plant belonging to a botanical group that appeared over 300 million years ago, long before flowering plants. Its characteristic jointed stems and green branches make it easily identifiable along roadsides and in damp terrain across Europe. Renowned in traditional herbalism for its exceptional richness in organic silica, it has been used in infusions for centuries.

Botanical overview

Equisetum arvense is the only species of the Equisetum genus recommended in herbalism, as other species (notably E. palustre) contain toxic alkaloids (palustrine). It is recognizable by its green, hollow, jointed sterile stems, which bear whorls of fine branches. Horsetail does not produce flowers: it reproduces by spores. It colonizes roadsides, damp embankments, and clay soils throughout Europe.

The stems contain a remarkable amount of silica (5 to 8% of dry matter), largely in soluble form (orthosilicic acid), as well as flavonoids (equisetrin, luteolin), saponosides (equisetonin), phenolic acids, and minerals (potassium, calcium, magnesium).

Aromatic and flavor profile

Field horsetail infusion offers a clear, slightly greenish to pale yellow liquor. Its taste is very mild and herbaceous, almost neutral, with a slight vegetal note. The bitterness is very low, making it a pleasant herbal tea even for those unaccustomed to herbal infusions. It pairs easily with other more aromatic plants.

How to prepare the infusion

• Quantity: 1 to 2 teaspoons of dried stems (approx. 1.5 to 2 g) per cup
• Water: simmering, approx. 90-95°C; a gentle decoction (5 minutes at a light simmer) improves silica extraction
• Infusion: 10 to 15 minutes, covered
• Strain carefully and enjoy warm
• Frequency: 2 to 3 cups per day

Composition

Precautions for use

• Ensure the product is of the species Equisetum arvense (field horsetail) and not other potentially toxic species (E. palustre)
• Not recommended for people suffering from heart or kidney failure without medical advice
• Not recommended for pregnant or breastfeeding women without medical advice
• Not recommended for children under 12 years of age
• Consult a doctor before use if you are taking diuretic treatments
• Do not exceed the recommended usage amounts
• Food supplements are not a substitute for a varied and balanced diet

FAQ

Is Herberry's organic field horsetail certified?

Yes, this field horsetail is certified organic, guaranteeing the absence of pesticides and synthetic chemical inputs.

Why is field horsetail so rich in silica?

Horsetail is a primitive plant that, over the course of evolution, has developed an exceptional ability to accumulate silica from the soil in its tissues. This silica is present partly in the form of orthosilicic acid, which is the most bioavailable form for the body. It is this characteristic that distinguishes horsetail from most other plants.

How to distinguish field horsetail from other horsetails?

Field horsetail (E. arvense) is recognizable by its bright green sterile stems, its fine branches grouped in whorls, and its hollow, jointed stems. Marsh horsetail (E. palustre), which is toxic, has more robust stems and a larger central canal. At Herberry, the horsetail is botanically verified to ensure the correct species.

How should I store my pouch of field horsetail?

Away from direct light, heat, and moisture. Best consumed within 12 months of opening the resealable pouch.

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