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UK Chinese Redbud

Herb Icon Cultivated Flower    
Image of Chinese Redbud
Cercis chinensis
Family: Fabaceae

Flower Properties

Property Value
English Name Chinese Redbud
Scientific Name Cercis chinensis
MainColor Pink
PlantType Herb Icon Herb
Distribution Cultivated Flower Cultivated
Season Found April (Apr - May)
ImageUrl Cercis-001
Photographer DP
Location Found Abbots Langley
Country Found UK
Last Updated 10 September 2026
Photo Quality A

Flower Details

Description

Cercis chinensis is a deciduous shrub or small tree known for its stunning display of pink to magenta flowers that bloom directly on its branches and trunk in early spring. The leaves are heart-shaped and turn yellow in autumn. It typically grows to a height of 3 to 5 metres.

Distribution

This species is native to China and is commonly found in woodland edges and slopes. It is also cultivated in gardens and parks in temperate regions worldwide.

Medicinal/Other Uses

— No significant medicinal uses.

Edibility

Inedible - There are no known edible parts of this plant.

Human Toxicity
Non_Toxic

Non Toxic - No significant toxicity to humans has been reported.

Pet Toxicity Pet Toxicity

Non Toxic - Safe for pets, with no known toxic effects.

Active Compounds

None known.

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