| Lupine (Coulter's) | |
| Lupinus sparsiflorus, Pea family (Leguminosae)
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| Flowers: | Vertical cluster of rich blue pea-like blossoms with yellow spots. |
| Leaves: | Each leaf is made up of 5-9 long, narrow, dark green leaflets in a palm-like arrangement. |
| Height: | Grows to 16" high. |
| Photographed March 23, near
Superstition Mountain.. Typically found near roadsides, on slopes and mesas. |
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