Ephedra gracilis
Family: Ephedraceae
What it is like
A shrub. It grows 2 m high.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant. In Chile it grows from sea level to over 2,000 m above sea level. It grows in drier areas with a winter rainfall of 400-800 mm. It grows in full sun. It suits hardiness zones 10 & 11. It cannot tolerate frost.
Countries/locations it is found in
Chile (country/location of origin), South America
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Fruit