Leonotis leonurus f. white (Lion’s Tail) 20 Seeds

Description

Open pollinated seeds collected from the White (alba) flowering form of Leonotis leonurus.

Leonotis leonurus, also known as Lion’s Tail, is a perennial evergreen shrub that is native to South Africa. Leonotis leonurus plants grow to a height of 1.5 metres with a spread of 1 metres. The stem is erect, with straggling branches; the leaves are dull green, narrow, serrated, 5-10cm long and rough; the flowers are white, hooded tubular, and arranged in successive whorls up the stem.

Lion’s tail is traditionally used as a decoction, both topically and orally, in the treatment of a wide variety of conditions such as haemorrhoids, eczema, skin rashes, boils, itching, muscular cramps, headache, epilepsy, chest infections, constipation, spider and snake bites. The dried leaves and flowers are also smoked to relieve epilepsy.

The leaves and flowers are reported to produce a mild euphoric effect when smoked and have been said to have a similar, although less potent, psychoactive effect to cannabis. In traditional African medicine, the leaves and flowers are brewed as a tea for medicinal uses including – upper respiratory infection, fever, headache, high blood pressure, hepatitis, muscle cramps and liver stagnation.

Note – These seeds may not be true to type. The seed comes from a Leonotis leonurus f. white plant, which was located in the vicinity of Leonotis leonurus f. orange plants – You may receive a potential great cross!

Common Name: Wild Dagga

Germination Tips: Sow Leonotis leonurus seeds just under the surface of a well-draining mix in a sunny spot, keeping them moist and warm at around 18−24∘C until they sprout in 2-4 weeks. Leonotis plants prefers light to medium, free draining soil in an open, sunny position. It is drought and frost tender, however will survive occasional mild frosts.

Our Guarantee

We personally count every seed packet to ensure it contains at least the specified number of seeds. However, mistakes can happen, so please reach out if you notice any inconsistencies.

These seeds are believed to meet the standard viability percentage for their species, sourced either from our own SAB nursery or from reputable, trusted breeders.

Do not hesitate to contact us for up-to-date germination rates or for a germination test to be conducted.

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*Traditional uses and general information on products are provided for educational purposes only. We do not make any therapeutic claims. Nothing contained in this site is intended to be used as medical advice and it is not intended to be used to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Nor should it be used for therapeutic purposes or as a substitute for your own health professional’s advice.