Leonotis menthifolia 
(Lion's Tail)

Origin:  Native of Africa
Family:  Lamiaceae
Light:  Full sun
Height:  2-4'
Spacing:  2-4'
Blooms:  Repeated, whorls, orange, furry, round, mid-Summer
Foliage:  Yellowish-green, aromatic
Soil:  Well-drained, neutral, drought tolerant
Water:  Low
Uses:  Xeriscaping, cut flowers, back of perennial bed, mass plant, butterfly garden, hummingbird garden, Fall interest
Propagation:  Seeds (In Spring)
Caution:  Plant may cause allergic reaction, is thorny, wear gloves when handling

Comments:  Leonotis menthifolia or Lion's Tail is an annual/perennial plant with an erect growth habit.  It is a native of Africa.  In mid-Summer, Leonotis menthifolia repeatedly produces showy whorls of round, furry, orange blossoms around the tall erect stems followed later by seeds.  Butterflies, bees and hummingbirds are magnetized by the nectar-rich blossoms.  Leonotis menthifolia is easily propagated from seeds and thrives best in well-drained neutral soil in a sunny location.  Lion's Tail is low maintenance and tolerates drought well.  Mass plant in the back of the border for a striking effect.  Leonotis menthifolia is an excellent plant for xeriscaping  It looks unique and attracts foot traffic.   

is USDA Zones:  7-11

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Image of hummingbird and butterfly attractor, Leonotis menthifolia or Lion's Tail coming soon...

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