Monnina wrightii

The only species of the genus, at least in the US, found from central Arizona to southeastern New Mexico. Monnina is distinguished from Polygala by its one-seeded, indehiscent fruits.

Inflorescences near Miller Spring in the Peloncillo Mountains, 31 Aug 2008.



Closer view of flowers in the Peloncillo Mountains, 31 Aug 2008.



Immature fruit near Miller Spring, 31 Aug 2008.



Plant habit in the Peloncillo Mountains, 31 Aug 2008.



A cauline leaf near Miller Spring in the Peloncillo Mountains, 31 Aug 2008.

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