Watsonia amabilis | |
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Scientific classification ![]() | |
Kingdom: | Plantae |
Clade: | Tracheophytes |
Clade: | Angiosperms |
Clade: | Monocots |
Order: | Asparagales |
Family: | Iridaceae |
Genus: | Watsonia |
Species: | W. amabilis |
Binomial name | |
Watsonia amabilis |
Watsonia amabilis is a plant belonging to the genus Watsonia and is part of the fynbos. [1] The species is endemic to the Western Cape where it occurs from Paarl to Sir Lowry's Pass. The plant was considered extinct but was rediscovered on a farm near Stellenbosch. The plant has lost its habitat due to urban development and agricultural activities. It is also threatened by fires and invasive plants. [2]