Cercis sp.
Redbud, Redbud
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Family: Fabaceae · Type: Shrub · Native
Cercis sp. (Redbud) is a native California shrub in the Fabaceae family.
How to tell it apart
vs Cercidiphyllum: Cercis flowers are bright pink and pea-shaped; Cercidiphyllum has tiny inconspicuous flowers.; vs Prunus: Cercis has heart-shaped leaves and magenta pea-flowers; Prunus has oval leaves and pink/white 5-petaled flowers.; vs Bauhinia: Cercis has simple heart-shaped leaves; Bauhinia leaves are deeply two-lobed at the tip.; vs Euphorbia: Cercis has magenta pea-flowers and woody growth; Euphorbia has tiny flowers with milky sap.; vs Populus: Cercis blooms magenta on bare branches; Populus has catkins and triangular-oval leaves.
Frequently asked questions
Is Cercis sp. native to California?
Yes. Cercis sp. is native to California (recorded as native).
What plant family does Cercis sp. belong to?
Cercis sp. is in the Fabaceae family, genus Cercis.
Related species
Other California species in the same genus, family, or bioregion.
Sources: Jepson eFlora · CalPhotos
Last updated 2026-04-14
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