David L. Hoffmann BSc Hons MNIMHEphedra sinica Ephedraceae Names: Ephedra Habitat: China Collection: Gather the young branches in the autumn before the first frost, as the alkaloid content is then highest. They may be dried in the sun. Part Used: Aerial stems. Constituents:...
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Ephedra sinica
Ephedraceae
Names: Ephedra
Habitat: China
Collection: Gather the youn
