Mormon Tea (Ephedra Viridis) is a perennial shrub in the Ephedraceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 4-9. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.
Ephedra viridis is a drought-resistant perennial shrub native to the Western United States, known for its green, leafless, broom-like appearance.
Mormon Tea
Ephedra Viridis
Ephedra viridis is a drought-resistant perennial shrub native to the Western United States, known for its green, leafless, broom-like appearance.
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