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Ephedra intermedia
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| Uses: Medicinal |
Duration: Perennial (hardy in zones 6-8) |
| When to Sow: Spring/Late Summer/Early Fall |
Ease of Germination: Moderate |
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(Chinese ephedra)
Properties and uses are similar to those of E. sinica but contains the additional anti-inflammatory compound, ephedroxane. Saponin content is somewhat lower than E. equisetina. Native of dry grasslands of Central Asia, Tibet, China and Mongolia. Prefers dry, well-drained sandy loam. Ht. 75cm/30in.
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