It's a croton species. (Goatweed). I grow them. Same family as spurge, Euphorbiaceae. Texas has about 27 species, and they all are very similar. Host plant for the goatweed leafwing butterfly, Anaea andria.

Isn't it gorgeous?

http://bonap.net/Napa/TaxonMaps/Genus/County/Croton

Thanks, perhaps Croton monanthogynus (Prairie Tea)?

"The leaves of this plant are edible and can be used as spices, in teas or as a basil substitute in your pesto. But always be sure to properly identify this spurge family plant as some plants in this family are toxic."

Hmm, might have to take a tiny nibble next time...

Perhaps, but if it's not, it could be toxic. My wooly croton capitatus is toxic and a powerful laxative that will kill in 7 drops. The leaves are hairy too. 🤣

Update: I ate 1 Croton capitatus leaf. It didn't have much taste at all, and it was chewy and rough like eating jute. Mildly unpleasant. I'm still here to talk about it.