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What is Mormon Tea

— Short, snippet-friendly answers to the most-asked questions about Mormon Tea (Ephedra viridis). For the full profile with citations, open the main page.

What is Mormon Tea?

Mormon Tea (Ephedra viridis) is a shrub native to the arid and semi-arid regions of Arizona, California, Colorado, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, Utah, and Wyoming. Mormon Tea (Latin: Ephedra viridis, family Ephedraceae) is a medicinal plant catalogued in PlantSage.

Is Mormon Tea safe?

Mormon Tea is generally considered safe when used at traditional doses. Always consult a clinician before using any herbal preparation — especially during pregnancy, breastfeeding, while on medication, or for children.

Where does Mormon Tea grow?

Mormon Tea is a member of the Ephedraceae family native to ARI, CAL, COL, NEV, NWM, and ORE. Mormon Tea thrives in full sun and prefers dry to moist conditions with well-draining soil that is light (sandy) or medium.

Can I grow Mormon Tea at home?

Mormon Tea grows best in USDA zone 6-11, full sun light, and dry, moist water. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.

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