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    Cercis siliquastrum, Judas tree

    Cercis siliquastrum is a species of deciduous broadleaf flowering plants (in the Fabaceae or Legume, pea or bean family), native to southern Europe and western Asia. Cercis siliquastrum is celebrated for its striking abundant spring blossom. Before the leaves emerge, clusters of vivid pink to purple pea-like flowers appear directly on the branches and trunk (a behaviour called "cauliflory"). The tree later develops rounded, heart-shaped leaves that provide light shade and turn yellow in autumn.

    Cercis siliquastrum thrives in warm climates and well-drained soils, making it a popular ornamental species in gardens, streets, and Mediterranean landscapes. Its unusual flowering habit, graceful form, and seasonal colour have made it a valued decorative tree for centuries, while its nectar-rich blooms also attract bees and other pollinators.

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    about this species     Wikipedia Kew Gardens Plants of the World Online Trees and Shrubs Online

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