Genus: Cercis - Species: canadensis - Family: Fabaceae
Phonetic Spelling: SER-sis kan-ah-DEN-sis
Origin:Eastern and central North America
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The bark was boiled and used by Native Americans to treat whooping cough. The bark was also used as an astringent to treat dysentery. The inner bark and roots were used for vomiting, fevers and congestion. The flowers were fried and used as a food source.
