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Search Term(s): Cercis canadensis var. canadensis   (1 record found)

FABACEAE
Bean Family
Cercis canadensis var. canadensis  (redbud)   
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Synonym
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Carex Section
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Meaning of Scientific Name
Cercis: from the Greek kerkis (weaver's shuttle) which refers to the shape of the seed pods; canadensis: of or from Canada and North America
Native Plant
Yes
Life Form
Perennial Tree
Phenology (Flowering Period)
April
Physiographic Province
☑ Piedmont
☐ Coastal Plain

County Distribution
☑ New Castle
☐ Kent
☐ Sussex

Habitat
Rich, moist deciduous woodlands, frequently planted and escaping to natural areas
State Status
Rare/Historical
Piedmont Status
Rare/Historical
Coastal Plain Status
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Global Rank
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Federal Status
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Geographic Affinity
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Species at Limit of Distribution
☐ Northern
☐ Southern

North American Distribution (Non-indigenous Species)
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Coefficient of Conservatism
9
Invasive
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Invasive Watchlist
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Global Origin (Non-native Species)
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Wildlife Values
Flowers are an important pollen and nectar source for bees.
Medicinal Properties
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ID Notes
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Additional Info
Native, indigenous populations in Delaware are very rare and can be difficult to distinguish from non-indigenous populations that have escaped from cultivation. Variety texensis is native to Oklahoma and Texas. Variety mexicana is native to Texas and northeastern Mexico.
Habitats in which this plant occurs
Tuliptree Rich Wood (Piedmont)
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