LEONOTIS leonurus. Lion’s tail. An unusual South African shrub of the mint family, growing quite erect to 6’ or more tall. Tapered, toothed dark green leaves are neatly paired along the stems. Tight bud clusters form at intervals along the upper stems in summer, producing tubular dark orange blossoms for several weeks. Sun, well drained soil, little or no watering once established. Hardy to around 20oF.