Ephedra torreyana Mexican tea (Ephedraceae) Evergreen shrub

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Ephedra torreyana
Mexican tea
Evergreen shrub
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The Ephedra torreyana plant species is found in Southwestern N. America. It is a member of the Ephedraceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Mexican tea.

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Latin Name:  Ephedra torreyana
Common Name:  Mexican tea
Family:  Ephedraceae
Author:  S.Wats.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  1   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Dry gravelly or sandy plains, hills and canyons, 900 - 1800 metres in New Mexico.

Cultivation Notes: We have very little information on this species and do not know if it will be hardy in Britain, though judging by its native range it could succeed outdoors at least in the milder parts of this country. The following notes are based on the general needs of the genus. Requires a well-drained loamy soil and a sunny position[11]. Established plants are drought resistant and are also lime tolerant[200]. Dioecious, male and female plants must be grown in fruit and seed are required.

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