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Common Name(s): Chinese ephedra; coa ma huang; mahuang
Family: Ephedraceae
Growth Habit: Perennial
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Comments:
Found on sandy seashores in temperate climates. Source of ephedrine and psuedoephedrine anti-allergy and stimulant.
Diseases:
Rust
Uses:
Medicinal - folklore
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Geographical Origin:
China
 
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