Ephedra equistina
| Scientific Name | Ephedra equistina |
| Common Name | Bluestem Joint Fir (Mongolian Ephedra, or Mu zei ma huang) |
| Family | Ephedraceae |
| Habit | Evergreen Shrub |
| Growth Form | Type: Broadleaf. Finely textured blue-green or bluish stems with dense branching. |
| Mature Size | Height: 4-5′; Width: 6-8′; |
| Flowers | Yellow followed by red berries. Flowering Season: Spring |
| Hardiness | Zones 4b-9 |
| Sun Requirements | Full Sun to Partial Sun. Extremely heat tolerant. |
| Water Requirements | Moderate to xeric. Extremely drought tolerant. |
| Soil Requirements | Clay, loam, sandy. Does not perform well in wet, poorly drained soils. |
| Other Info | Elevation Guide: UP to 6200′ Deer resistant Excellent winter interest |
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