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Minted Scented Lion's Tail

Leonotis Menthifolia

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Overview

Leonotis menthifolia, commonly known as Minted Scented Lion's Tail, is a unique perennial herb standing 2-3 feet tall. It features tiered whorls of tubular, orange blossoms resembling a lion's tail, set against a backdrop of mint-scented, serrated green foliage. This sun-loving plant thrives in USDA zones 9-11 and blooms from summer to fall, attracting pollinators while adding a vibrant, aromatic touch to xeriscapes and sensory gardens.

Sun FullWater Extra in Summer, Low, Very LowZones 9–11Type ShrubClimate Arid, Mediterranean
Minted Scented Lion's Tail (Leonotis Menthifolia) — is a unique perennial herb standing 2-3 feet tall
Minted Scented Lion's Tail (Leonotis Menthifolia) — commonly known as Minted Scented Lion's TailMinted Scented Lion's Tail (Leonotis Menthifolia) — It features tiered whorls of tubular

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Extra in Summer, Low, Very Low
USDA zones
9–11

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Shrub
Family
Lamiaceae
Climate
Arid, Mediterranean

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Minted Scented Lion's Tail (Leonotis Menthifolia) — is a unique perennial herb standing 2-3 feet tall
Minted Scented Lion's Tail (Leonotis Menthifolia) — commonly known as Minted Scented Lion's Tail
Minted Scented Lion's Tail (Leonotis Menthifolia) — It features tiered whorls of tubular

Photograph: Krzysztof Ziarnek, Kenraiz, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source

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