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Ephedra ciliata Fisch. & C.A.Mey.

عطف / العلجان

Syn. Ephedra foliata Boiss. ex C.A.Mey.

Ephedraceae
  • Morphological Description
    • Description
      Climbing or procumbent shrub; Leaves very narrow, up to 15 mm; leaf-sheat ciliolate; Male cones at the tips of slender branches; Male flowers with 3-4 anthers; Female cones 1-3 at the end of lateral branches, usually 2-seeded; Rip fruits, berry-like, fleshy white.
    • Growth Form

      Phanerophyte

  • Habitat and Distribution
    • Geographical Distribution Range
      This species is native to the Sudanian bioregion and occurs from the North of Africa toSoudan, Somalia, The arabian Peninsula to Iran, Pakistan and India.
  • Ecology
    • Phenology
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    • IUCN Red List Category
      Least Concern IUCN Icon
      Least Concern
  • Uses and Values
    • Aromatic and Medicinal Use
      Medicinal use
    • Description of Traditional Uses
      The species of this genus are traditionally used to treat bronchial asthma, colds, flu, fever, nasal congestion, and allergic symptoms. Their use is predicated on the presence of alkaloid compounds, and preparations typically involve teas or infusions.
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Ephedra ciliata flower
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Ephedra ciliata fruits
Ephedra ciliata fruits
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