The first equipment that will be discussed is for your protection. This includes items such as dragonhide gloves, earmuffs, and a wand. Without these, you cannot take this course due to safety concerns. Additionally, when doing practical work, it is advised that you wear closed-toe shoes and an apron. On occasion, a mask may also be required if dangerous fumes or scents will be present.

The second set of equipment revolves around caring for plants and consists of dragon dung, Mooncalf dung, and centaur tears. 

Dragon dung is exactly what it says on the tin: the stool of any dragon. This can be used as a fertilizer for soil, or mixed in with compost in order to make a more delicate organic fertilizer. The reason that dragon dung works so well is due to the acids found in dragons’ stomachs which are related to their fire-breathing abilities (though some say it has to do with how inherently magical these beasts are, as well). These acids break all materials down to their most natural state, which, as you might guess, is very useful in herbology! Another quality unique to dragon dung is that it is scentless, and will thus bother neither you nor the plant. The lack of scent found in dragon dung is reputedly due to the fact that the dragons use all odorous gases in the production of their fire

Mooncalf dung is also used as a fertilizer. It is a more gentle option -- even gentler than dragon dung-based composts. Because of this, Mooncalf dung is preferred for planting and caring for more sensitive or fragile plants. On the other hand, Mooncalf dung does not have the potency of dragon dung. If the soil is worn down, or stripped of vitamins and minerals

Centaur tears are a favourite drink for most plants, which is part of the reason why you will find centaurs living amongst an abundance of healthy flora. More vitamin-rich than regular water, centaur tears are capable of reviving a plant moments from death. However, I should note that some plants find them toxic. Specifically, never water a plant which grows in salt water with centaur tears, as they will not fare well.

Pewter cauldron 

These cauldrons are good for beginning brewers and are used here at Hogwarts. However, because their melting point is on the low side, they tend to be prone to melting and explosions. In fact, if you are not wary when working with reactive plants, the edges of the cauldron will wear down, forming small chunks that collect at the bottom of your potion. 

Brass cauldron 

Brass has a higher melting point than pewter, at roughly 920 degrees Celsius. It is also resistant to wear and tear from burning plants 

Copper cauldron 

copper an excellent rating for use with plant-based ingredients. Not only is copper completely recyclable -- the material can be used again with no loss in quality -- but it also has the highest melting point of the three most common cauldrons at 1,085 degrees Celsius. Additionally, copper can withstand the same class of burning plants as brass and can also handle some select plants of the reactive class. It’s one of your safest bets 

Silver cauldron 

Silver can withstand a little more heat than brass, melting between 780 and 962 degrees Celsius. I really don't recommend getting a silver cauldron unless you are paying for a pure silver one, as overestimating your melting point and heating the cauldron higher than it will result in your cauldron and potion mixing. Worse, if your potion involves particularly reactive plants, this fusing may cause a bit of a boom!

Gold cauldron 

its melting point is not technically the highest, at 1,064 degrees Celsius, the metal resists acids released by plants, making it ideal for all plants of all classes and categories.

However, though it may be tempting to buy cut-rate, cheaper versions of gold cauldrons on the market, I must insist you avoid them at all costs! These heavily discounted cauldrons almost always include pyrite or “fool’s gold.” As you may know, pyrite is banned from use in cauldrons by the Ministry of Magic, and for good reason.