Fabaceae

eastern redbud

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Cercis canadensis L.

Indigenous Names: Kee-a-gu-la

Habitat: Found in rich soils in Nebraska south to Texas and Mexico Plants Parts Harvested: Slender stems; Found in rich soils in Nebraska south to Texas and Mexico Plants Parts Harvested: Flower

Seasonality: Late fall and winter; Early spring

Status: Native

Botanical Reference

Parts Documented: Various

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