Ephedra distachya Sea grape (Ephedraceae) Evergreen shrub

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Ephedra distachya
Sea grape
Evergreen shrub
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The Ephedra distachya plant species is found in S. Europe to N. Asia. It is a member of the Ephedraceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Sea grape.

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Latin Name:  Ephedra distachya
Common Name:  Sea grape
Family:  Ephedraceae
Author:  L.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  1   Mature Width:  1

Habitat:  Semi-desert and desert regions and on gritty slopes on the Russian steppes[74].

Cultivation Notes: Requires a well-drained loamy soil and a sunny position[11]. Established plants are drought resistant and are also lime tolerant[200]. Plants are hardy to at least -15°c[200]. This species does not flower or fruit well in Britain[11]. Dioecious. Male and female plants must be grown if seed is required.

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