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Himalayan Joint Fir

Ephedra equisetina, Ephedraceae

Zones
6–9
Layer
Shrub
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Slow

Guild Roles

Ground CoverBeneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

Low (established)Low (fruiting)Moderate (seedling)

Soil pH

7 – 8.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Qatari Bean-caperZygophyllum qatarense
Wind ProtectionNurse Plant
Simple Bean CaperZygophyllum simplex
Wind ProtectionNurse Plant

Antagonistic Plants

Mongolian Bean CaperTetraena mongolica

Ephedra alkaloids inhibit growth of co-occurring desert shrubs including Zygophyllaceae

Desert BrushCalligonum comosum

Ephedra produces allelopathic compounds that inhibit nearby shrub growth including Calligonum species

Uses

Functions

Erosion ControlSoil StabilizationWildlife HabitatSlope Protection

Edible Parts

Seed

Medicinal Uses

RespiratoryStimulantBronchodilator

Common Questions

What zones does Himalayan Joint Fir grow in?

Himalayan Joint Fir grows in USDA hardiness zones 6 through 9.

What are good companion plants for Himalayan Joint Fir?

Good companions for Himalayan Joint Fir include Qatari Bean-caper, Simple Bean Caper.

Design guilds with Himalayan Joint Fir and see companion relationships visually.

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