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Lion's Tail
Leonotis leonurus
28.0562, -82.4684
Field Notes
Description:
Medium evergreen shrub (1-2m) blooming constantly in warm climates. Member of the Lamiaceae or Mint family.
Leaves and flowers were traditionally used by Southern African cultures for a variety of ailments.
Habitat:
Native to South Africa. Plant prefers a warm Mediterranean climate. Adapted to dry and sunny conditions.
Notes:
from Wikipedia....... Leonotis leonurus has long been used in African traditional medicine for fevers, headaches, dysentery, flu, chest infections, epilepsy, constipation, delayed menstruation, intestinal worms, spider bites, scorpion stings, hypertension and snakebites. Externally, it is often used for hemorrhoids, eczema, skin rashs and boils.
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Leonotis leonurus
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PublishedFebruary 21, 2012
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