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Tumbleweed Beauty

Man is the only critter who feels the need to label things as flowers or weeds. ~Author Unknown

 

Actually, this is a feather dalea, a form of legume. Thanks Burr.

Family: Leguminosae (Fabaceae), Pea Family

Perennial

Plant Size: Generally less than 16' (45 cm) in our area.

Blooms in: Late Fall through Spring

Habitat Preferred: Dry areas - rocky slopes

Bloom Color: Purple & Yellow or Purple and Cream-colored

Other Common Names: Feather Plume, Pea Bush

Origin: Native

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Uploaded on January 6, 2009
Taken on January 5, 2009