Cercis canadensis
| Scientific Name: | Cercis canadensis |
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| Family: | Caesalpiniaceae |
| Common Name: | Redbud |
| Authority: | Linnaeus |
| Etymology: | Cercis =Greek for weaver's shuttle referring to the shape of the fruit, canadensis = described in Canada |
| C Value: | 3 |
| Wetness: | FACU |
| # of Species in Genus in Illinois: | 1 |
| Duration: | Perennial |
| Reproduction: | Monoecious |
| Flower Type: | Perfect |
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| Flower Color: | Pink |
| Growth Habit: | Woody |
| Leaf Arrangement: | Alternate |
| Leaf Type: | Simple |
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| Leaf Margin: | Entire |
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| Distribution: | BONAP Distribution Map |
| Status (State): | Not Listed |
| Status (Federal): | Not Listed |
| ID Tips: | Zigzag new growth. Cordate leaf Shape. tree or shrub, multiple shoots out of grow. Max height 40ft. Common ornamental. Legume pods (Nitrogen fixer). |
| Gee Whiz: | Formally of the Fabaceae, odd for a legume to have simple leaves. |
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| More Info: | Illinois Wildflowers Search |