Other common names:
Canadian Redbud, Eastern Redbud, Judas Tree French names:
Gainier rouge Family: Legume Family (Fabaceae) Distinctive features: Tree, Shrub Similar species: • Black Locust (Robinia pseudoacacia) - Has larger seed pods; stubby thorns. • Honey Locust (Gleditsia triacanthos) - Has very large seed pods; large wicked thorns. Flowers: Spring; Red/Pink; Irregular flowers Leaves: Alternate, Simple, Entire; Alternate, simple. Height:
8 m (26 ft) Habitat: Forests, Fields and Open Areas; Open places in forests. Grows in Sun/Shade:
Shade Books: Newcomb's Wildflower Guide: 104 Trees in Canada: 400 Native/Non-native:
Native Status:
Uncommon.
Notes:
This tree will only be found growing naturally in SW Ontario, although it is planted farther north and east.
Origin and Meaning of Names:
Scientific Name: canadensis: of Canada For more information visit: Ontario Trees and Shrubs Photographs:
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Redbud is famous for its spectacular spring flowers.
