Ephedra Viridis (Mormon Tea): The Legal American Ephedra
Ephedra viridis, also called green ephedra or Mormon tea, is a desert shrub native to the western U.S. Does it contain ephedrine? Here's what the research shows, where it grows, its history as a te...
Ephedra Species Explained: Sinica (Ma Huang) vs Viridis
Ephedra is a genus of roughly 60 shrub species, and they aren't chemically alike. Here's how Ephedra sinica (ma huang), the ephedrine source, differs from Ephedra viridis, the North American specie...
Ephedra and Blood Pressure: What to Know Before You Try
Does ephedra raise blood pressure? Here's what NCCIH and FDA sources say about Ephedra viridis, caffeine, and who should check with a doctor before trying Rhino Rush.
What Is Ephedrine? Is It Legal or Sold OTC? (2026)
Ephedrine is a stimulant alkaloid from Ephedra sinica (ma huang). It's banned in dietary supplements but still sold as a behind-the-counter medicine. Here's what's legal, what isn't, and how it dif...
Was the Ephedra Ban Lifted? Why Ephedra Was Banned (2026)
No, the FDA's 2004 ban on ephedrine-alkaloid supplements still stands in 2026. Here's why ephedra was banned, the court fight that briefly overturned it, what's still legal, and why Ephedra viridis...
What Is Ephedra? Plant, Species, Uses & Legality (2026)
Ephedra explained: what the plant genus is, how its species differ, ephedra vs ephedrine, safety, and 2026 legal status. Start here, then dive into the species and Ephedra viridis guides.