Chinese Redbud (Cercis chinensis)

Family: Fabaceae or Leguminosae | Edibility: Edible (1/5)

Bloom Color: Pink. Main Bloom Time: Early spring, Late spring, Mid spring. Form: Rounded, Vase.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves

Harvest Seasons: Fall, Late Summer

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Although no records of edibility have been seen for the seed, on a zero moisture basis it contains 16.6% protein, 9.2% fat and 2.8% ash. — Although no records of edibility have been seen for the seed, on a zero moisture basis it contains 16.6% protein, 9.2% fat and 2.8% ash.

Habitat & North American Range

Woodland and clearings, 600 - 1200 metres in W. Hupeh. (Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)