Red Bud
Cercis canadensis
Fabaceae, Legume Family
DUARB-641
- Location: West of clock, with memorial marker
- Height: 3.8 m
- Circumference: .4m
- Reconition Features: Broad, simple, alternating, heart shaped leaves. Smooth dark brown to gray bark.
- Historical Notes: Redbud is sometimes referred to as Judastree, because it was believed that Judas Iscariot hanged himself on a branch of this tree. Redbud's showy red flowers come out before the leaves. In the fall, this tree becomes distinctive because its leaves turn bright yellow. The bark of this tree has been used to treat dysentery. The flowers can be put into salads or fried. Various animals eat the seeds, and bees use the nectar to produce honey (Peattie 1964).
Additional Information
Denison Memorial Tree: Janet Wells
This tree has been designated as a Denison Memorial Tree in memory of Janet Wells - Class of 1993- from her loving friends.
Denison References
For more information see the Denison Arboretum Map
Environmental Benefits
This tree reduces atmospheric carbon by 93 lbs per year! It also conserves 28 kilowatt/hours of energy by cooling its surroundings.
