here is the bean pic.

http://img11.imageshack.us/my.php?image=1002012l.jpg

i don't remember planting that bean, it doesn't look familiar to me, either.

and i have 2 in that area.

sorry, I can't help with an ID
you may have better response on the name that plant forum- don't forget to mention your location and which zone you're in.

it could have been planted by a woodland critter

Here is a link that might be useful: name that plant

If it would help to say where this plant is located (city, state, country - if you're not in the US).

Great idea using your zip as the zone. You mentioned that you don't remember planting so should be in your own yard. If it is't need the information esh suggested.

90032 = EL SERENO CAR, CA

no one knows?

Looks like a plum or apricot. You may want to post this on the Name That Plant forum to get more responses.

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