Eastern Redbud
Cercis canadensis · Fabaceae (Legume family)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect
Leaf Morphology
Leaf Type
Simple, deciduous
Shape
Cordate to broadly ovate with an entire lobe count of zero
Margin
Entire
Arrangement
Alternate with a slender, swollen petiole base
Venation
Palmate venation with prominent veins radiating from the base
Key Features
Distinctly cordate shape, entire margin, and prominent palmate venation originating from the petiole junction
Description
Small deciduous tree with a rounded crown, smooth dark bark becoming furrowed with age, vibrant pinkish-purple pea-like flowers blooming on bare branches in spring, and bright yellow autumn foliage
Habitat
Understory of deciduous forests, woodland edges, and moist, well-drained soils in partial shade
Native Range
Native to eastern and central North America, widely planted in temperate urban landscapes
Identified on 10/18/2026