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Leonotis

Leonotis

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A group of small tropical plants from South Africa with bright orange flowers often grown in gardens
  • noun
  • /liˈɒnətɪs/
  • Specialized
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  • Some gardeners grow Leonotis for its showy, orange blossoms and drought tolerance.

Examples

  • The vibrant flowers of Leonotis attract a variety of pollinators in South African gardens.

  • The Leonotis plant blooms beautifully in the summer.

  • Botanists study Leonotis to understand its adaptation to tropical climates.

  • Many gardeners love to grow Leonotis for its vibrant flowers.

  • Gardeners often choose Leonotis for its striking orange flowers, which add color to any garden.

  • The exotic appearance of Leonotis makes it a popular choice among landscape designers.

  • In South Africa, Leonotis is commonly found in gardens due to its ability to thrive in hot, dry conditions.

Compounds

Leonotis leonurus
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A South African plant of the mint family with bright orange flowers and leaves sometimes smoked instead of tobacco

Leonotis nepetaefolia
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A tropical plant with rings of bright orange, lip-shaped flowers native to Africa and Asia now growing widely elsewhere

Leonotis nepetifolia
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A tropical plant of the mint family with tall stems and bright orange tube-shaped flowers

Surface Forms

Leonotis singular
Leonotises plural

Etymology

Leonotis comes from Greek words leon 'lion' and otis 'ear'. The name points to the plant's bright, fuzzy orange flower clusters that look like a lion's ear or tail, so it is a fitting name for this small group of tropical ornamental plants.