This species forms a small tree up to 12 m (39 ft) in height and 10 m (32 ft) in width.

The deep pink flowers are produced on year-old or older growth, including the trunk, in spring.
Also, the flowers display a blossom with five free petals and fused sepals.
This flower shape is typical of the pea family (Fabaceae).
The leaves appear shortly after the first flowers emerge.
These are cordate with a blunt apex, which occasionally has a shallow notch at the tip.
The tree produces long flat pods that hang vertically.
The flowers are edible and purportedly have a sweet-acid taste.
This species forms a small tree up to 12 m (39 ft) in height and 10 m (32 ft) in width.
The deep pink flowers are produced on year-old or older growth, including the trunk, in spring. Also, the flowers display a blossom with five free petals and fused sepals. This flower shape is typical of the pea family (Fabaceae). The leaves appear shortly after the first flowers emerge. These are cordate with a blunt apex, which occasionally has a shallow notch at the tip. The tree produces long flat pods that hang vertically. The flowers are edible and purportedly have a sweet-acid taste.
Cercis siliquastrum