spreadfruit goldenbanner, Thermopsis divaricarpa

This goldenbanner is a strikingly pretty plant. They stand a couple feet tall, with spikes of flowers several inches long. Goldenbanner often grows in large patches that can light up hillsides. A beautiful plant, with no record that it has been used for anything but natures decorations. More than enough!
Spreadfruit goldenbanner grows along the mountains of CO, MT, NM, and WY. Jefferson Co CO, 6/16/13. Bean family, Fabaceae.