Rhododendron 'Queen of England'

Rhododendron ‘Queen of England’ is a hybrid rhododendron, meaning it wasn’t discovered in the wild. It’s a product of breeding and selection. Therefore, it doesn’t have a “native region” in the traditional sense.

However, we can infer likely geographical influences based on the parentage and characteristics of the hybrid. Rhododendrons, in general, have a wide distribution but are concentrated in a few key regions. Considering that the cultivar name is ‘Queen of England’, it’s very likely that it was bred in England. The parentage probably involved rhododendrons that have origins in the Himalayas and other parts of Asia. It is unlikely that this plant has much North American rhododendron lineage.

**In summary:**

* **No specific native region:** It’s a hybrid, not a wild species.
* **Likely bred in England:** The cultivar name is a strong indicator.
* **Asian influences:** Parentage likely involves rhododendrons with origins in the Himalayas and other parts of Asia.