Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
occidentalis
ID:
174707

Status:
valid

Authors:
Torr. ex A.Gray

Source:
ildis

Year:
1850

Citation Micro:
Boston J. Nat. Hist.6: 177 (1850)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174036



Common Names

  • Western Redbud
  • Judas Tree
  • California Redbud


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Synonyms

  • Cercis latissima Greene [unknown]
  • Cercis nephrophylla Greene [unknown]
  • Siliquastrum occidentale (Torr. ex A.Gray) Greene [unknown]
  • Cercis californica Torr. ex Benth. [unknown]

Description

Cercis occidentalis (also called Western redbud, among many other common names) is a species of flowering tree in the pea family, Fabaceae. It is native to western North America, from British Columbia south to northern California and east to Montana and Wyoming. It typically grows in dry woodlands, but is also found in other habitats such as rocky slopes and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Cercis occidentalis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and it is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cercis occidentalis has pink or white flowers that are fragrant and have five petals. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cercis occidentalis can be propagated by seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix in a warm, sunny location. The seedlings should be thinned to allow for adequate spacing and growth. Water regularly and fertilize monthly.

Where to Find Cercis occidentalis

Cercis occidentalis can be found in western North America, from British Columbia to northern Mexico.

Cercis occidentalis FAQ

What is the common name of Cercis occidentalis?

Western redbud

What is the origin of Cercis occidentalis?

Western North America

What is the growth rate of Cercis occidentalis?

Moderate

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
John Torrey (1796-1873): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Torr.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:52663-2: Based on the initial data import