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lion's ear

Leonotis nepetifolia

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Magnoliopsida ›Order: Lamiales ›Family: Lamiaceae ›Genus: Leonotis

About

Leonotis nepetifolia, (also known as klip dagga, Christmas candlestick, or lion's ear), is a species of plant in the genus Leonotis and the family Lamiaceae (mint). It is native to tropical Africa and southern India. It can also be found growing abundantly in much of Latin America and the West Indies. It grows to a height of 3 metres (9 ft 10 in) and has whorls of striking lipped flowers, that are most commonly orange, but can vary...

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of lion's ear?
The scientific name of lion's ear is Leonotis nepetifolia.
What is the conservation status of lion's ear?
The lion's ear has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does lion's ear belong to?
lion's ear belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does lion's ear belong to?
lion's ear belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does lion's ear belong to?
lion's ear belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
What order does lion's ear belong to?
lion's ear belongs to the order Lamiales.
What family does lion's ear belong to?
lion's ear belongs to the family Lamiaceae.
What genus does lion's ear belong to?
lion's ear belongs to the genus Leonotis.