Leonotis leonurus

Lions Ears, Lions Tail, Wild Dagga
Family: Lamiaceae
Origin: South Africa
USDA Zone: 9-11?

Plant attracts butterflies, hummingbirds

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Shrubby, semi-woody, perennial or semi-evergreen subshrub to 6FT high with a 3FT spread. Tolerates poor soil. Wild Dagga is smoked or made into a medicinal tea by the Hottentot tribe of South Africa. Because of its euphoric effects, Wild Dagga is often referred to as a Cannabis substitute. Used in Eastern medicine as euphoria, purgative, and vermifuge. See Article about Leonotis leonurus.

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