Ephedra dahurica

Ephedra dahurica belongs to the Ephedraceae family and is part of the Ephedra genus. This species is distributed across several regions in Asia, including Buryatiya, Chita, Irkutsk, and Mongolia. It was formally described in 1854 by the botanist Turcz. The plant is part of a group known for its gymnosperm characteristics and is commonly found in arid and semi-arid environments. Its presence in these areas reflects its adaptation to specific ecological conditions.