Zhong Ma Huang Ephedra Seeds

(Chinese ephedra) Properties and uses are similar to those of E. sinica but contains the additional anti-inflammatory compound, ephedroxane. Saponin content is somewhat lower than E. equisetina. Native of dry grasslands of Central Asia, Tibet, China and Mongolia. Prefers dry, well-drained sandy loam. Grows about 30" tall. Perennial (hardy in zones 6-8).