Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
chuniana
ID:
197648

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.P.Metcalf

Source:
ildis

Year:
1940

Citation Micro:
Lingnan Sci. J.19: 551 (1940)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000196977

Common Names

  • Cercis chuniana
  • Chun's Cercis
  • Chun's Redbud

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Synonyms

  • Cercis likiangensis Chun [unknown]

Description

Cercis chuniana (also called Chun's Redbud, among many other common names) is a species of flowering tree in the pea family Fabaceae. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of East Asia, including China, Japan, and Korea. It can be found in open woodlands, scrublands, and dry forests.

Uses & Benefits

Cercis chuniana is used for its ornamental value in landscaping, as a windbreak, and as a source of firewood. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as for treating skin diseases, fever, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cercis chuniana has small, pink, fragrant flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small, black, and shiny. The seedlings have compound leaves with small leaflets.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cercis chuniana is a deciduous shrub that can reach a height of up to 10 feet. It is hardy in USDA zones 6-9. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Cercis chuniana

Cercis chuniana is native to China and can be found in forests, along roadsides, and in wastelands.

Cercis chuniana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cercis chuniana?

Cercis chuniana

What is the common name of Cercis chuniana?

Chun's Cercis

What is the natural habitat of Cercis chuniana?

Tropical and subtropical regions

Species in the Fabaceae family