Common Name: Mexican Redbud Latin Name: Cercis canadensis var. mexicana Tree Size: Small Leaf Type: Deciduous Growth Rate: Slow Water Needs: Dry Tolerances: Drought, alkaline soils (pH > 7.5) Attributes: Texas native, showy or fragrant flower, attractive seeds or fruit Features: Small, glossy, wavy-edged leaves, pink to purple flowers, and brown seed pods. Comments: Southwestern variety suited for drier sites. Problems: Susceptible to overwatering in landscape settings. Firewise: Yes

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