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Ephedra fragilis
Evergreen shrub
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The Ephedra fragilis plant species is found in Europe - E. Mediterranean. It is a member of the Ephedraceae family.

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Latin Name:  Ephedra fragilis
Family:  Ephedraceae
Author:  Desf.
 
Known Hazards:  None known
 
Mature Height:  1.8   Mature Width:  
 
Habitat:  Rocky hills and stone walls[148].



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 not very hardy in Britain, tolerating a few degrees of frost[200]. The report on medicinal uses refers specifically to E. fragilis campylopoda. (C.A.Meyer.)Ascherson.&Graebner. This plant is growing outdoors at Kew, probably planted in 1968, and seems to be perfectly hardy[K]. It is said to come from N. Asia which is rather confusing since the report on medicinal uses is dealing with native plants of Greece[K]. Dioecious. Male and female plants must be grown if seed is required.

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