Ephedra gerardiana
About
Ephedra gerardiana is a species of Ephedra, endemic to the mountains of Afghanistan, Bhutan, northern India, Nepal, Pakistan, Sikkim, Tajikistan, and Tibet. It is a perennial small shrub composed primarily of fibrous stalks, generally about 8 inches though sometimes growing to 24 inches in height, with small, yellow flowers followed by round, red, edible fruits. It is sometimes used as a stimulant, and in Ayurvedic medicine its tea is used as medicine for colds, coughs, bronchitis, asthma, and arthritis.
- Family
- Ephedraceae
How to use it
Ephedra gerardiana is valued in traditional medicine, particularly in Ayurvedic practices. Its tea is often brewed to help alleviate symptoms of colds, coughs, bronchitis, asthma, and arthritis, showcasing its versatility beyond just being a shrub in the mountains.
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In the kitchen
The fruits of Ephedra gerardiana are edible, but they are not commonly used in culinary dishes. If you come across them, they can be enjoyed fresh, but be sure to research their taste and preparation before trying them in recipes.
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Ecology
How it lives
- Propagated by
- Seed
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- Name
- Ephedra gerardiana
- Slug
- ephedra-gerardiana
- Kingdom
- Plantae
- Family
- Ephedraceae
- Genus
- Ephedra
- Species
- gerardiana
- Wikidata QID
- Q3055693
- Propagule type
- seed
- Container suitable
- No
- Indoor suitable
- No
- OSSI pledged
- No
- Hazard level
- 1
- Data completeness
- 43
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