Ephedra sp. (Ephedra) - Image 7

Botanical name: Ephedra sp.

Common names: Ephedra, Sea Grape

Family: Ephedraceae

USDA Plant Hardiness MapVine or creeper plantSmall plant 2-5 ftSemi-shadeFull sunWater Requirement: Low. Allow soil to dry out between wateringsWatering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryYellow, orange flowersEthnomedical plant.
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Ephedra sp. (Ephedra) red fruit close up, growing on thin woody stems and branches.
Ephedra sp. (Ephedra) red fruit clustered tightly along thin, dry woody stems for visual interest.


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