Watsonia borbonica subsp. ardernei
Also known as: Watsonia ardernei Sander +2 more
- Watsonia ardernei Sander
- Watsonia iridifolia var. obrienii N.E.Br.
- Watsonia obrienii Tubergen
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Subspecies
- Botanical Family: Iridaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a tuberous geophyte.
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Naturally occurring in Africa, Watsonia borbonica subsp. ardernei is a tuberous plant belonging to the Iridaceae family. Within its native range, this subspecies is primarily associated with subtropical conditions. It is a naturally occurring subspecies of Watsonia borbonica, which is linked below, along with other subspecies of this species.
Macro Climate
Subtropical
Plant Type
Bulb
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
AFRICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Southern Africa
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Cape Provinces
Introduced Range
Plants flagged as 'Introduced' have been transported outside their native historical range by human activity. While many are common ornamentals, some may become naturalized or invasive in local environments. Local ecological guidelines require verification prior to planting.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
Argentina Northeast, Azores, France, Great Britain, Hawaii, Madeira, Tristan da Cunha
Base Species & Variations