Plant Details

Cercis canadensis

Redbud

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General Information

Scientific name: Cercis canadensis
Also known as: Redbud

Plant Properties

Layer: Tree
Size: Medium
Height: 12.00 m
Width: 10.00 m
Growth Rate: Moderate
Leaf: Deciduous

Growth conditions

USDA Hardiness: 4-9
Soil Moisture:
Moist
Soil:
Sand (light) Loam (medium)
pH:
Acidic Neutral Alkaline
Light:
Partial shade, Full sun

Usage properties

Edible part:
Flowers, Leaves, Condiment, Seed capsule
Edibility:
(4)
Medicinal:
(2)
Features:
Basketry, Wood, Bee forage

Description

Flowers can be consumed both raw and pickled. They have a refreshing sour taste, are rich in vitamin C, and make a tasty addition to salads. These flowers can also be used as a spice. The unopened buds can be pickled or used as a substitute for capers. The seeds contain between 22.9-27.5% protein, 7.7-8.8% fat, and 3% ash with zero moisture content. However, it is not known whether the seeds are edible. There are indications that both the young seed pods (which can be eaten like peas) and the young leaves of this plant can also be consumed.

Harvest Data

Start Harvest: 01/09
End of Harvest: 31/10

Crown Data

Crown Type: Broad ovoid
Crown Density: Dense crown