Ephedra altissima
Family: Ephedraceae
What it is like
A shrub.
There are about 40 Ephedra species.
Where it is found
It is a Mediterranean climate plant. It grows in the Sahara and arid places.
Countries/locations it is found in
Africa, Mediterranean, Morocco, North Africa
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Fruit
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Aallenda, Chdida