Gomphrena nitida

An uncommon erect Gomphrena found from southeastern Arizona to the Big Bend region of Texas and southward into Mexico.

Inflorescences in lower Bar Canyon on the west side of the Organ Mountains, 6 Oct 2008.

Cauline leaf in lower Bar Canyon, 6 Oct 2008.

Closer view of an inflorscence, lower Bar Canyon, 6 Oct 2008.

Plant habit on the west side of the Organ Mountains, 6 Oct 2008.