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high-climbing jointfir
Scientific Name: Ephedra altissima
Family: Ephedraceae
Category: Gymnosperm
Growth: Shrub
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Ephedra altissima - High-Climbing Jointfir
Ephedra altissima, commonly known as High-Climbing Jointfir, is a perennial evergreen shrub or scrambling climber belonging to the Ephedraceae family.
Considerations for Pets
- This plant can grow as a climbing shrub or vine.
Considerations for Children
- This plant can grow as a climbing shrub or vine.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Ephedra altissima Desf.
- Common Name: High-Climbing Jointfir
- Family: Ephedraceae (Ephedra Family)
- Genus: Ephedra L. – Mormon tea, ephedra, jointfir
- Rank: Species
- Synonyms:
- Ephedra antisyphilitica Berl.
- Ephedra X arenicola Cutler – sandy jointfir, sand Mormon tea
- Ephedra aspera
Distribution and Habitat
- Present in Africa.
- Reported in S.&*! HI, Puerto Rico (PR), Virgin Islands (VI), Navassa Island (NAV), Canada (CAN), Greenland (GL), Saint Pierre and Michelon.
- Occurs at elevations below 2000 m, with a few species reaching as high as 2300 m.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- Evergreen shrub or scrambling climber.
- Perennial duration.
- Grows to be up to 4 feet tall.
- Stems have finely ridged joints.
Quirky Facts
- Some Ephedra species are referred to as "Mormon Tea".
Cultivation
- Hardiness zones: 7-10.
- Prefers hot, overhead sun.
- Requires dry to constantly moist soil.
Additional Information
- Discover Life offers a page about the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Ephedra altissima.