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Fun Fact

  • A great, early indicator of spring, the Eastern Redbud is one of the first trees to bloom in early April.
Eastern Redbud winter pods
  • The Redbud is also known as the Judas tree due to the biblical significance of a related species from the Old World (C. siliquastrum).
  • Bark of redbud has been used as an astringent in the treatment of dysentery.
  • Recipes have used the flowers in salads or as a fried snack.
Winter pods

Photo courtesy of Ohio Department of Natural Resources- Division of Forestry

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