Ephedra dahurica

Ephedra dahurica

Native to:
Russia

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Taxonomy

Division:
Gnetophyta | - Mormon tea and other gnetophytes
Family:
Ephedraceae
Genus:
Ephedra
Species:
Ephedra dahurica

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Subshrub
Height:
100 cm
Drought Tolerance:
High
Evergreen Shrub:
Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Deer Resistant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes

Source: deepseek-v4-flash

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days
Germination Time:
30–90 days
Notes:
Seeds benefit from cold stratification for 30-60 days to break dormancy.

Source: deepseek-v4-flash