Fragilis Ephedra (Ephedra fragilis)

Family: Ephedraceae | Edibility: Edible (2/5)

Ephedra fragilis is an evergreen Shrub growing to 1.8 m (6ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 8. It is in leaf all year. The species is dioecious (individual flowers are either male or female, but only one sex is to be found on any one plant so both male and female plants must be grown if seed is required). . The plant is not self-fertile. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Fruit

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Fruit - raw. Sweet. The fruit is about 10mm in diameter. — The fruit is about 10mm in diameter.

Habitat & North American Range

Rocky hills and stone walls. (Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9, Zone 10)