Macroptilium gibbosifolium

Formerly Phaseolus heterophyllus. A sprawling plant of moist foothills in southwestern New Mexico. The orange flowers with enlarged wing petals are unique among New Mexican legumes.

Flowers at Dripping Springs, 8/19/06.

Plant habit at Dripping Springs, 8/19/06.

Leaves at Dripping Springs, 8/19/06.

Immature fruits at Dripping Springs, 8/19/06.