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[YoshiTrainer]

Ephedra nevadensis 'Mormon Tea', is a carefree plant to grow. Pretty much treat it like a cacti. My poor plant looks a little  tangled right now and could probably use a trim. It does make for a nice tea that has a subtle energy to it. Extraction is easy, boil dried branches in water.

Are any of you growing or using this plant?

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[Skywatcher]

This plant grows wild along several lower elevation mountain roads that I travel occasionally. I learned about the tea during my herbal experimentation period in the 70's and 80's when I amassed a pretty good database of information. I actually became fond of the tea made from this plant and find it relaxing.

I have not replenished my supply of dried stems for a few years, but will now go collecting before it gets too hot this year.

Thanks for the memory jog Yoshi.........

[YoshiTrainer]

You are welcome Sky, it reminds me of old times too. A old friend would receive bags of dried stems from his lady friend who'd collect them on the reservation. It has been a few years for me too luckily my plant really needs a trim.