Psilopeganum is a genus of flowering plants of the family Rutaceae.
Characteristics It is a monotypic genus, with only a single species: Psilopeganum sinense (, not to be confused with Ephedra/ma huang).
Distribution It is native to the Three Gorges Reservoir area, in the Hubei province of central China, where it has become endangered. A specimen exists at the New York Botanical Garden.
Medicinal uses Psilopeganum sinense is one of the 50 fundamental herbs used in traditional Chinese medicine.
See also Chinese herbology 50 fundamental herbs
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External links Photo from New York Botanical Garden collection