Green Ephedra in bloom -Photo courtesy of USU Extension

Growth Characteristics: Green Ephedra is an erect, evergreen shrub with bright green parallel stems that can grow to 5 feet (USU Extension, 2002).

Range:  Green Ephedra is found in open areas at elevations up to 10,000 feet.  It prefers dry, rocky sites.

Young Green Ephedra in field