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Ephedra distachya

Family: ephedraceae
Common name(s): great shrubby horsetail; jointfir; sea grape
Hardiness ratings: USDA zone 5

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Links for Ephedra distachya

• Arthur Lee Jacobson - Seattle plantsman describes botanical and/or horticultural aspects of this species. (6 photos)
• Denver Botanic Gardens - Description, native range, and cultural requirements. (zone 5)

Ephedra distachya subsp. distachya

Common name(s): Joint Fir
Hardiness ratings: USDA zone 4

Links

• Denver Botanic Gardens - Description, native range, and cultural requirements. (zone 4)

Ephedra distachya subsp. helvetica

Common name(s): Joint Fir
Hardiness ratings: USDA zone 4

Links

• Denver Botanic Gardens - Description, native range, and cultural requirements. (zone 4) (5 photos)