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1812 Desert Wishbone Bush

Desert wishbone bush (Mirabilis laevis) Nyctaginaceae. Prostrate plant. long weak stems, opposite leaves. Seemingly pink flowers. Alamo Canyon, Organ Pipe National Monument, Arizona, USA. 19 February 2016.

Highly variable with flowers ranging from white to bright pink. Look for sticky opposite leaves. Thanks to Hank for the ID.

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Uploaded on March 4, 2016
Taken on February 19, 2016