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
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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