Cercis racemosa

Common Name(s):

Chain flowered redbud

Category:

Trees

Comment:

Wildlife Value:  The flowers provide nectar for bees and once pollinated form leguminous pods, the seed can be consumed by birds. Members of the genus Cercis support the following specialized bee: Habropoda laboriosa.

Insects, Diseases, and Other Plant Problems: This tree can suffer from damage caused by deer.  

Height:

20-25 ft.

Flower:

2-4 in. pendulous chains of 20-40 pink flowers

Zones:

7-9

Habit:

Deciduous

Site:

Sun to partial shade; moist, well-drained soil

Texture:

Medium

Form:

Rounded

Growth Rate:

Moderate

Leaf:

Alternate, simple leaves

Tags:

deciduous, bees, birds, nectar, pollinator, specialized bees, wildlife

NCCES plant id: 1955