Dalea neomexicana

A distinctive Dalea, found in southern New Mexico and adjacent portions of Arizona & Texas, with prostrate stems and conspicuously pubescent, crenate leaflets. The leaves are much like those of D. mollis and D. mollissima of southeastern California and adjacent Arizona.

Inflorescences on the Croton Spring Trail, Big Bend National Park, 15 Apr 2007.

Leaves on the Croton Spring Trail, 15 Apr 2007.

Flowers, Croton Spring Trail, 15 Apr 2007.

Plant habit on the Croton Spring Trail, 15 Apr 2007.