Ephedra viridis, known by the common names green Mormon tea, green ephedra, and Indian tea, is a species of Ephedra. It is indigenous to the Western United States, where it is a member of varied scrub, woodland, desert, and open habitats. It grows at 900–2,300 metres (3,000–7,500 ft) elevations.
Ephedra Viridis Care
Ephedra Viridis
Other names: Reen Ephedra, Indian Tea
What is the plant
The drug ephedrine, an antidepressant and decongestant, is made from this and other Ephedra species. A tea can be made by boiling the stems, whence the common name, "green Mormon tea".
Humidity
Normal
Lighting
Full Sun
Temperature
min 21°C
Hardiness zone
6 - 9
Difficulty
Medium
How to Care for the Plant
Water
Water deeply and regularly.
Fertilizer
You can fertilize the plant every spring using a general, all-purpose mixture.
Sunlight
Provide bright light.
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Soil
Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: acid, neutral and basic (alkaline) soils.
Temperature
Ideal temperatures should be approximately 65-75ºF + (18-24ºC +), closer to 70ºF is best.
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