Ephedra fasciculata
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Summary
Source: WikipediaEphedra fasciculata is a species of plant in the Ephedraceae family. Common names are Arizona ephedra, Arizona joint-fir, and desert Mormon-tea.
Description
A shrub in the Ephedraceae family found in temperate regions.
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Edible Uses
The leaves and roots are used to make tea.
Distribution
It is a temperate plant.
Where It Grows
North America, USA,
Synonyms
Ephedra clokeyi H. C. CutlerEphedra fasciculata var. clokeyi (H. C. Cutler) Clokey
References (1)
- Moerman, D. F., 2010, Native American Ethnobotany. Timber Press. p 210
