mexican redbud

 

small, sculptural tree with twisting limbs that thrives in rocky limestone soils — precious heart-shaped leaves emerge after bright magenta blooms in the spring

 

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\\ mexican redbud (CECAM)

\\ mexican redbud (CECAM)

\\ mexican redbud (CECAM)

plant details

mexican redbud

identification

latin name: Cercis canadensis

usda code: CECAM

alternative name(s): N/A

classification

ecotopes class: understory

ecological condition(s): sunny edge – shady woodland

size range: medium – 6-12 ft

 habit: tree – shrub

leaf retention: deciduous

light requirement: full sun – part-shade

color signature: vivid pink blooms in early spring

native range