Chopped horsetail

Horsetail by Jacob Hooy.

Horsetail is a plant belonging to the horsetail family. The plant is also known as ‘roobol’, ‘field horsetail’, ‘cat’s tail’ or ‘unjer’. It is a perennial plant growing to a maximum height of 40 cm.

Horsetail, chopped. Horsetail, chopped.

Instructions for use
Prepare as a herbal tea. Use 1 to 2 teaspoons of herbs per teacup, pour boiling water over them. Then leave to infuse for 15 minutes. Drink one cup, hot or cold, three times a day.

Storage advice
Store in a dry, cool, dark and sealed place.

Warnings
Do not use during pregnancy. Consult a doctor, therapist or expert before using plants if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, taking medication or suffering from an illness. Plants may cause side effects, have contraindications and interact with other medicines.