| American Ephedra |
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Ephedra nevadensis
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| Uses: Medicinal/Beverage |
Duration: Perennial (hardy in zones 5-9) |
| When to Sow: Anytime |
Ease of Germination: Easy |
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(Mormon tea; Desert tea; Joint-fir)
Unusual native of the southwestern U.S. desert regions. Foliage resembles that of the horsetail plant. Makes a pleasant refreshing beverage tea, an excellent substitute for coffee or tea. Contains traces of ephedrine, a nerve stimulant resembling adrenaline. Has tonic effects, improves kidney action, and relieves asthma. Prefers dry, alkaline soil.
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