Slim-Jim Bean, Desert Bean

• Scientific Name: Phaseolus Filiformis Bentham
• Common Name: Slim-Jim Bean, Desert Bean
• References: Felger, R.S. and S. Rutman. 2015. Ajo Peak to Tinajas Altas: a flora of southwestern Arizona. Part 14. Eudicots: Fabaceae - legume family. Phytoneuron 2015-58: 1-83. Published 20 Oct 2015. ISSN 2153 733X
• References Url: https://www.cabezaprieta.org/flora_research/58PhytoN-SWAriz_Pt14Fabs.pdf#page=53
• Habitat: Rocky slopes, canyons
• Life Form: Forb, annual, vine, non-woody
• Leaf Description: Alternate pinnate
• Flower Color: Magenta or pink
• Flowering Period: Most of year
• Spines: Spineless
• Rarity: Common
• Family: Fabaceae (bean family)