Mormon Tea vs Japanese Spindle Tree

Mormon Tea (Ephedra nevadensis) and Japanese Spindle Tree (Euonymus japonicus) — side-by-side cultivation, uses, and safety.

SIDE A

Mormon Tea

Ephedra nevadensis

Celastraceaeediblemedicinal

SIDE B

Euonymus japonicus (Japanese Spindle Tree) — botanical photograph

Side-by-side attributes

Attribute	Mormon Tea	Japanese Spindle Tree
Latin name	Ephedra nevadensis	Euonymus japonicus
Family	Celastraceae	Celastraceae
Edible	yes	yes
Medicinal	yes	no
Life cycle	—	—
Mature height	1.2 m	4.5 m
Light	Full sun	Full sun, Partial sun/shade
Water	Dry, Moist	Dry, Moist
Soil	Light (sandy), Medium	Light (sandy), Medium, Heavy (clay)
Hardiness	5-9	6-9
pH range	7–8.5	5–7.5
Edible parts	Fruit, Seed	Leaves
Propagation	—	—

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Which to pick

Both have their place

Mormon Tea and Japanese Spindle Tree cover similar territory. Pick based on what you can actually grow (climate, soil) and what's locally available. See the cultivation rows above for the deciding factors.

Frequently asked

What is the main difference between Mormon Tea and Japanese Spindle Tree?

Mormon Tea (Ephedra nevadensis) and Japanese Spindle Tree (Euonymus japonicus) are both in the Celastraceae family. See the side-by-side table above for cultivation needs, edible parts, and medicinal uses.

Can Mormon Tea and Japanese Spindle Tree be combined?

Plant combinations should be evaluated case by case. Check the safety/contraindications section on each plant's profile (Mormon Tea and Japanese Spindle Tree) before mixing. Some combinations are synergistic, others can interact with medication.

Are these plants safe?

Every plant profile includes a Cautions section with contraindications, drug interactions, and population warnings. Consult a healthcare professional before using either for medicinal purposes.

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