Taxonomy

Division:

Gnetophyta | - Mormon tea and other gnetophytes

Family:

Ephedraceae

Genus:

Ephedra

Species:

Ephedra monosperma

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Subshrub

Height:

30 cm

Drought Tolerance:

High

Evergreen Shrub:

Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Deer Resistant:

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; sow in well-drained sandy soil.

Source: deepseek-v4-flash