Water
Water regularly during the growing season, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce watering significantly in winter. Avoid waterlogging, as this can lead to root rot. Ensure good drainage in pots.
Tropical Lion's Ear (Leonotis decadonta) is a striking perennial shrub with whorls of velvety, orange-red tubular flowers that resemble a lion's mane. Native to Africa, i
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
High
75% intensity
Prefers full sun for best flowering and growth.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings; reduce in winter.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers warm temperatures during the growing season; protect from frost.
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed monthly during growth season with diluted balanced liquid fertilizer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly during the growing season, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce watering significantly in winter. Avoid waterlogging, as this can lead to root rot. Ensure good drainage in pots.
Prune back to encourage bushier growth and more blooms. After flowering, cut back stems by about one-third to one-half. Remove any dead or weak stems at any time of the year to maintain plant health and shape.
Propagate from stem cuttings taken in spring or summer. Cuttings should be 10-15 cm long and rooted in a moist, well-draining potting mix, ideally with bottom heat. Keep moist and out of direct sun until established.
Repot every 1-2 years in spring before new growth begins. Choose a pot that is slightly larger than the current one. Use a well-draining potting mix.
This ensures adequate space for root growth and replenishes soil nutrients.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Tropical Lion's Ear (Leonotis decadonta)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Lamiales |
| Family | Lamiaceae |
| Genus | Leonotis |
| Species | Leonotis decadonta |
Similar in genus Leonotis
Answers based on plant encyclopedia data
