Ephedra Vulgaris

• Botanical Name : Ephedra Vulgaris
• Family Name : Ephedraceae
• Common Name : Ephedra, Evulgaris, Somlatha
• Part Used : Dried Branch
• Habitat : Drier regions of temperate zone and alpine himalayas at altitude of 2700m to 3600m.
• Product offered : Wood

Uses : It is stomachic, alterative and diuretic. Alkaloid called "Ephedrine" which helps in controlling asthma. It is widely used for acute muscular and bronchial asthma. It is also used as a headache reliever. The plant also has antiviral effects, particularly against influenza. A decoction of the stems and roots is used to treat rheumatism and syphilis