Mormon-tea - Ephedraceae (Taxonomy, Characteristics, Distribution, Images)

Mormon-tea

Also known as: Jointfir

Mormon-tea comprises shrubby, non-flowering plants with slim, jointed green stems, thriving in arid environments. They resemble horsetail or miniature bamboo clusters, adapted to conserve water with reduced leaf size. This distinct architecture aids survival in harsh, dry climates, making them resilient and notable in desolate landscapes.

Scientific classification

Family

Mormon-tea (Ephedraceae)

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