Where Are Pelargoniums Native to?

Pelargonium is a large genus within the family Geraniaceae, which has a worldwide distribution in temperate to subtropical zones with some 800 mostly herbaceous species. Pelargonium itself is native to southern Africa (including Namibia) and Australia.

Where did geraniums originate?

Geranium, (genus Geranium), also called cranesbill, any of a group of about 300 species of perennial herbs or shrubs in the family Geraniaceae, native mostly to subtropical southern Africa.

Are geraniums indigenous?

Commonly referred to as a geranium, Pelargoniums are indigenous to South Africa and are hardy sun-loving perennials, virtually trouble-free to grow. They are happy growing in containers, alone or with other flowers. ... Ivy-leaved Pelargoniums (Pelargoniums Peltatum) is the trailing variety.