Malvella lepidota
A somewhat uncommon species found on moist ground in riparian zones, around stock tanks, etc., in southern New Mexico, southeastern Arizona, and western Texas. The leaves are narrower than those of M. leprosa, but wider than M. sagittifolia.
A flower at a stock tank on the north side of Bishop's Cap, 19 Sep 2008.
Cauline leaves on the north side of Bishop's Cap, 19 Sep 2008.
A flower bud at a stock tank on the north side of Bishop's Cap, 19 Sep 2008.