Snake Grass Collection

Discover the ancient wonders of the botanical world with Snake Grass, also known as Field Horsetail (Equisetum arvense

Snake Grass Collection: Aesculapian snake, Zamenis longissimus 1, grass snake, Natrix natrix 2

Aesculapian snake, Zamenis longissimus 1, grass snake, Natrix natrix 2, and South American pond snake
FLO4654988 Aesculapian snake, Zamenis longissimus 1, grass snake, Natrix natrix 2, and South American pond snake, Pseudoryx plicatilis 3. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Pee Jr

Field Horsetail -Equisetum arvense-, Bavaria, Germany

Snake Grass Collection: Horsetail Rush, 1929 (photogravure)

Horsetail Rush, 1929 (photogravure)
2560244 Horsetail Rush, 1929 (photogravure) by Blossfeldt, Karl (1865-1932); Private Collection; (add.info.: Karl Blossfeldt (1865 - 1932) was a German photographer, sculptor, teacher

Sterile shoot of Field Horsetail -Equisetum arvense-, Kaiserstuhl, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany

Horsetail tea, organic tea

Fertile spore-bearing stem of a Field Horsetail or Common Horsetail -Equisetum arvense-, Switzerland

Great Horsetail -Equisetum telmateia-, Burgenland, Austria

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Discover the ancient wonders of the botanical world with Snake Grass, also known as Field Horsetail (Equisetum arvense). Originating in Bavaria, Germany, this prehistoric plant has captivated scientists and nature enthusiasts for centuries. In 1929, its beauty was immortalized through a photogravure, showcasing its sterile shoots in Kaiserstuhl, Baden-Wurttemberg. Fast forward to modern times, and they are be found thriving in the Swamp trail of Tiger Mountain in Issaquah, Washington State, USA. This common horsetail is not just a sight to behold, but also a source of health benefits. Try a cup of organic Horsetail tea for its rich minerals and antioxidants. But the Snake Grass story doesn't end there. In Switzerland, the fertile spore-bearing stems of this ancient plant continue the cycle of life, ensuring its survival for generations to come. And for those seeking a rarer find, the Great Horsetail (Equisetum telmateia) can be discovered in Burgenland, Austria. Join us on this journey through time and discovery as we explore the fascinating world of Snake Grass, the prehistoric plant with a modern-day appeal.