Cercis canadensis Caesalpiniaceae Leaves are simple, alternate, deciduous, and heart-shaped with smooth margins.
Twigs are maroon to black and zigzag.
Buds are small and black above raised leaf scars. Flowers appear before leaves and are a brilliant purple-pink. Tolerant of shade. Click on photo to enlarge. All text and photographs are intended for educational purposes only and are not for commercial use in any form.