Ephedra aphylla

Ephedra aphylla is a member of the Ephedraceae family and was first published in 1775 by Forsskål. The species is found in a range of locations across the Middle East and North Africa, including Cyprus, Egypt, the Gulf States, Lebanon-Syria, Libya, Palestine, Saudi Arabia, and the Sinai region. It is part of the Ephedra genus, which is known for its shrubby, often drought-tolerant growth form. This species is adapted to arid and semi-arid environments and is part of the broader Ephedra flora in the region.