Ayenia filiformis
A low subshrub on rocky slopes in southern New Mexico. The flowers are very unusual, with the elaborate filaments forming a parasol. Ayenia microphylla is quite similar, but with wider leaves & longer stipes on the fruit.
A flowering branch in the Franklin Mts., 15 Sep 06.
A flower in the Franklin Mts., 15 Sep 06.
Another flower, 15 Sep 06.
Immature fruits, Franklin Mts., 15 Sep 06.
Plant habit, Franklin Mts., 15 Sep 06.
More flowers, Franklin Mts., 15 Sep 06.