Leonotis Species, Devil's Pincushion, Klip Dagga, Lion's Ear, Lion's Tail
Leonotisnepetifolia

Family: Lamiaceae (lay-mee-AY-see-ee)
Genus: Leonotis (lee-on-OH-tis)
Species: nepetifolia (nep-eh-ti-FOH-lee-uh)

Synonym:Leonurus nepetifolius

Synonym:Phlomis nepetifolia

Category
Annuals

Water Requirements
Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping

Sun Exposure
Full Sun

Foliage
Shiny/Glossy

Foliage Color

Height
4-6 ft. (1.2-1.8 m)

Spacing
4-6 ft. (1.2-1.8 m)

Hardiness
Not Applicable

Where to Grow

Danger
Plant has spines or sharp edges; use extreme caution when handling

Bloom Color
Scarlet (dark red)
Red-Orange

Bloom Characteristics
This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds

Bloom Size

Bloom Time
Late Summer/Early Fall

Other details

Soil pH requirements
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)

Patent Information
Non-patented

Propagation Methods
From seed; sow indoors before last frost
From seed; direct sow after last frost

Seed Collecting
Bag seedheads to capture ripening seed
Allow seedheads to dry on plants; remove and collect seeds
Wear gloves to protect hands when handling seeds