Water
Water regularly, allowing the soil to dry out slightly between waterings. Overwatering can lead to root rot, especially in cooler months.
In hot, dry climates, more frequent watering may be necessary to maintain consistent moisture.
Also known as Common Lion's Ear · Common Lionspaw · Lion's Tail
Lion's Ear (Leonotis leonurus) is a striking shrub native to South Africa, known for its fuzzy, orange, tubular flowers arranged in whorls along upright stems.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun
100% intensity
Prefers at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily for best flowering.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce in winter.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Warm
75% intensity
Prefers temperatures between 18-24°C. Can tolerate brief cooler periods but is frost-sensitive.
Low
25% intensity
Fertilize sparingly during the growing season; avoid over-fertilization.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly, allowing the soil to dry out slightly between waterings. Overwatering can lead to root rot, especially in cooler months.
In hot, dry climates, more frequent watering may be necessary to maintain consistent moisture.
Prune after flowering to shape the plant and encourage bushier growth. Cut back stems by about one-third to one-half to maintain a tidy appearance and stimulate new flowering shoots. Remove any dead or weak branches.
Propagate from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in late summer or autumn. Root cuttings in a well-draining potting mix in a warm location. Seeds can also be sown in spring, but germination can be erratic.
Repot young plants annually in spring as needed, typically when root-bound. Mature plants can be repotted every 2-3 years. Use a well-draining potting mix and a pot that allows for good drainage.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
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Where Lion's Ear (Leonotis leonurus) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Lamiales |
| Family | Lamiaceae |
| Genus | Leonotis |
| Species | Leonotis leonurus |
Similar in genus Leonotis
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