Astilbe ‘Straussenfeder’ (also commonly spelled ‘Straussfeder’) is a cultivar of Astilbe. Astilbe species are **native to Asia and North America**.
However, ‘Straussenfeder’ is a **German cultivar** bred by Georg Arends. This means that while the *parent species* of Astilbe originate from Asia and North America, the specific plant ‘Straussenfeder’ was created in **Germany**.
Therefore, the answer is a bit nuanced:
* **Origin of the *genus* Astilbe:** Asia and North America
* **Origin of the *cultivar* ‘Straussenfeder’:** Germany
Since the question specifically asks about ‘Straussenfeder,’ the most accurate answer is **Germany**, where it was bred and introduced. However, it’s important to remember that the plant’s heritage lies in the Asian and North American species of Astilbe.
