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American Ephedra

Ephedra trifurca

Least Concern

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The American Ephedra (Ephedra trifurca) is a species in the genus Ephedra. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom
Plantae (พืช)
Phylum
Tracheophyta
Class
Gnetopsida (Gnetopsida)
Order
Ephedrales (Ephedrales)
Family
Ephedraceae
Genus
Ephedra
Species
Ephedra trifurca (American Ephedra)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Canutíllo

Similar Species in Ephedra

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Arizona Joint-fir
Ephedra fasciculata
Least Concern
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California Ephedra
Ephedra californica
Least Concern
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Clipweed
Ephedra antisyphilitica
Least Concern
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Vine Ephedra
Ephedra pedunculata
Least Concern
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High-climbing jointfir
Ephedra altissima
Least Concern
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Chinese Ephedra
Ephedra sinica
Least Concern
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Joint Pine
Ephedra fragilis
Least Concern
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Death Valley Mormon Tea
Ephedra funerea
Near Threatened
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of American Ephedra?
The scientific name of American Ephedra is Ephedra trifurca. It belongs to the genus Ephedra.
What is the conservation status of American Ephedra?
American Ephedra (Ephedra trifurca) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
What family does American Ephedra belong to?
American Ephedra (Ephedra trifurca) belongs to the genus Ephedra, which is part of the taxonomic family Ephedraceae.
Is American Ephedra endangered?
No, American Ephedra (Ephedra trifurca) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does American Ephedra belong to?
American Ephedra (Ephedra trifurca) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (พืช).
What are the closest relatives of American Ephedra?
The closest relatives of American Ephedra in the genus Ephedra include Arizona Joint-fir, California Ephedra, Clipweed, Vine Ephedra, High-climbing jointfir.

Genus Ephedra — 16 Species

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American Ephedra
Ephedra trifurca
LC
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Arizona Joint-fir
Ephedra fasciculata
LC 🐾
California Ephedra
Ephedra californica
LC 🐾
Clipweed
Ephedra antisyphilitica
LC 🐾
Vine Ephedra
Ephedra pedunculata
LC 🐾
High-climbing jointfir
Ephedra altissima
LC 🐾
Chinese Ephedra
Ephedra sinica
LC 🐾
Joint Pine
Ephedra fragilis
LC 🐾
Death Valley Mormon Tea
Ephedra funerea
NT 🐾
Green Ephedra
Ephedra viridis
LC 🐾
Gray Ephedra
Ephedra nevadensis
LC 🐾
Cutler Morning-tea
Ephedra cutleri
LC 🐾
Torrey Ephedra
Ephedra torreyana
LC 🐾
Boundary Ephedra
Ephedra aspera
LC 🐾
Cory's ephedra
Ephedra coryi
LC 🐾
Sea Grape
Ephedra distachya
NE
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