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Judas Tree

Cercis siliquastrum

Least Concern

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

Widely distributed across Africa (Libya, Sao Tome and Principe), Asia (Armenia, Cyprus, Georgia), Europe (15 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (Brazil).

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Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Plants)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Order

Fabales (Legumes & Allies)

Species

Cercis siliquastrum (Judas Tree)

Names in Other Languages

French Arbre de Judée

German Judasbaum

Portuguese olaia

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Judas Tree?

The scientific name of Judas Tree is Cercis siliquastrum. It belongs to the genus Cercis.

What is the conservation status of Judas Tree?

Judas Tree (Cercis siliquastrum) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Judas Tree live?

Judas Tree is found in Widely distributed across Africa (Libya, Sao Tome and Principe), Asia (Armenia, Cyprus, Georgia), Europe (15 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (Brazil).. Countries include Armenia, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Brazil, Bulgaria, Cyprus, France, Georgia.

What family does Judas Tree belong to?

Judas Tree (Cercis siliquastrum) belongs to the genus Cercis, which is part of the taxonomic family Fabaceae.

Is Judas Tree endangered?

No, Judas Tree (Cercis siliquastrum) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Judas Tree belong to?

Judas Tree (Cercis siliquastrum) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).

What are the closest relatives of Judas Tree?

The closest relatives of Judas Tree in the genus Cercis include Canada Redbud, Chinese Redbud.