Nevada Jointfir, Nevada Mormon Tea Ephedra nevadensis

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Botanical Name:

Ephedra nevadensis

Family:

Ephedraceae

Genus:

Ephedra

Species:

nevadensis

Common Name:

Nevada Jointfir, Nevada Mormon Tea

Seeds Per Pound:
22,419
Quantity:
8.89 lb
Germination:
83%
Germination Test Type:
Cut (Full Seed)
Purity:
97%
Height:
3-4 feet
Collection Locale:
Utah
Crop Year:
2023
Minimum Hardiness Zone:
6
In Stock: 8.89 lb
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Growing Info, follow in order:
Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 12 hours.
Stratification: none required.
Germination: sow seed 1/16" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed.
In a Nutshell:
* Ephedra nevadensis ( Nevada ephedra ) is a species of Ephedra native to dry areas of western North America. more...
* A delicious tea is made by steeping the green or dried twigs inboiling water until they turn an amber or pink colour. more...
* The stems of most members of this genus contain the alkaloid ephedrine and are valuable in the treatment of asthma and many other complaints of the respiratory system. more...
Usda description:
More info on http://plants.usda.gov