Ephedra major is an evergreen Shrub growing to 2 m (6ft) by 1 m (3ft 3in). It is hardy to zone (UK) 6. It is in leaf all year. The species is dioecious (individual flowers are either male or female, but only one sex is to be found on any one plant so both male and female plants must be grown if seed is required).
Ephedra Major Care
Ephedra Major
Other names: Jointfir, Mormon-tea, Brigham Tea
What is the plant
The alkaloids ephedrine and pseudoephedrine are active constituents of E. sinica and other members of the genus. These compounds are sympathomimetics with stimulant and decongestant qualities and are chemically substituted amphetamines.
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Humidity
Normal
Lighting
Full Sun
Temperature
10°C - 20°C
Hardiness zone
5 - 9
Difficulty
Medium
How to Care for the Plant
Water
Water regularly.
Pruning
Prune out any brown or yellow fronds.
Sunlight
it is important to provide a sunny location.
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Soil
The soil should be deeply digged, stripped over the entire ephedra growth area (around the perimeter of the planting hole) and mixed with sand to improve water permeability. If the soil is not loose enough, compost should be added (complete replacement of the substrate is also possible). Soils with a neutral or acid reaction lime, achieving ideal characteristics. A high drainage layer (15 to 20 cm) must be laid at the bottom of planting pits for this plant.
Temperature
Not demanding to the temperature, both in winter and in summer
Container
grows in landscaping
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Additional
In medical practice, it is used as a cough medicine for whooping cough, bronchial asthma, and tuberculosis But the main point of care for ephedra is loosening the soil. The first procedure is done as soon as the soil warms up in spring
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