Apoplanesia cryptopetala

Apoplanesia cryptopetala is a small leguminous tree or shrub native to the dry forests of Mexico and Central America, particularly in the Pacific coastal zone. It is a monotypic genus in the family Fabaceae, characterized by small, nearly hidden petals that give the species its name, along with winged samara-like fruits. The plant grows in tropical dry forest habitats that experience a pronounced dry season.