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Scientific
Name:
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Leonotis leonurus
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Common Name:
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Lion’s Tail
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Deciduous vs. Evergreen
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evergreen
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Perennial vs. Annual
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perennial
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Shade
vs. Sun
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full sun
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Height
x Width
& How Stands
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to 4-6' tall X wide
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Flower
Color
& Bloom Time
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dense whorls of tubular,
deep orange flowers from summer through fall
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Zone
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zones 8-11, hardy
to low 20's
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Description,
Notes
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an outstanding South
African shrub in the Mint (Lamiaceae) family known for
its exotic profusions of tubular hummingbird attracting
blooms; drought resistant once established; an excellent
dried flower, which can also be cut fresh if the stems
are burned to seal; attracts butterflies; cut back by
half after flowering to promote bushy form
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Photos are property of Crescent Hill Nursery
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Descriptions are based on our experience growing
these plants in both the garden and nursery setting.
Additional information and feedback is encouraged.
All plants are classified under USDA
hardiness zones.
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