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Redbud

Cercis canadensis

Description:

A small tree with a sturdy upright trunk which divides into stout branches that usually spread to form a broad flat head. Found on rich bottom lands throughout the Mississippi River valley; will grow in the shade and often becomes a dense undergrowth in the forest. Very abundant in Arkansas, Oklahoma, and eastern Texas. Hardy far north; grows rapidly; is a satisfactory ornamental tree. Many trees are sterile and produce no fruit. It is also known as the Judas tree. Wikipedia

Habitat:

Possum Branch Preserve

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2 Comments

ceherzog
ceherzog 12 years ago

Yep! Carolina Jessamine is usually the harbinger of spring for me and it is blooming, too.

alicelongmartin
alicelongmartin 12 years ago

Hey! It is Spring! (for us)

ceherzog
Spotted by
ceherzog

Safety Harbor, Florida, USA

Spotted on Jan 29, 2012
Submitted on Feb 1, 2012

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