Lion's ears
Botanical name: Leonotis
Lion's ears
Botanical name: Leonotis
Description
Lion's ears are tall bushes native to Africa with erect stems of blooming, brightly colored flowers. Several species of lion's ears are fabulously popular among gardeners thanks to their dazzling colors, interesting flower shape, and general hardiness. They enjoy sunny positions and provide plenty of nectar for butterflies and hummingbirds. 
Species of Lion's ears
Klip dagga
The klip dagga is a showy member of the mint family that can grow to impressive heights - well-nourished individuals may reach 9 meters! Boasting petal colors ranging from purple to orange to red, the klip dagga, which originally hails from tropical Central Africa, is a popular ornamental around the world.
Lion's tail
Lion's tail (Leonotis leonurus) is an evergreen shrub native to the southern regions of Africa. It is cultivated around the world for its distinctive orange flowers and its tolerance for hot, dry weather. Its nectar attracts hummingbirds and butterflies. Lion's tail flowers curve at an angle matched by the beaks of African sunbirds who also feast on the plant's nectar.
Leonotis ocymifolia var. raineriana
Leonotis ocymifolia var. raineriana are tall bushes native to Africa with erect stems of blooming, brightly colored flowers. Several species of leonotis ocymifolia var. raineriana are fabulously popular among gardeners thanks to their dazzling colors, interesting flower shape, and general hardiness. They enjoy sunny positions and provide plenty of nectar for butterflies and hummingbirds.
Leonotis ocymifolia
Leonotis ocymifolia are tall bushes native to Africa with erect stems of blooming, brightly colored flowers. Several species of leonotis ocymifolia are fabulously popular among gardeners thanks to their dazzling colors, interesting flower shape, and general hardiness. They enjoy sunny positions and provide plenty of nectar for butterflies and hummingbirds.
Scientific Classification
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