Sacred Botanicals
Wild Dagga
Leonotis leonurus · Eastern Cape, South Africa
Wild Dagga (Leonotis leonurus), also called lion's tail, is a striking orange-flowered shrub native to South Africa, used traditionally in herbal and craft contexts and valued by gardeners as an ornamental.
What is Wild Dagga?
Wild Dagga is a tall member of the mint family bearing vivid orange, tubular flowers. Its common name lion's tail describes the fuzzy flower clusters that ring the stem.
We offer the dried flowers, single-origin from South Africa.
Origin & habitat
Native to the Eastern Cape of South Africa, Leonotis leonurus is well adapted to warm, dry conditions and is widely grown as a garden ornamental worldwide.
Tradition & cultural context
The plant features in southern African herbal and cultural traditions and is admired for its bold, pollinator-friendly blooms.
Offered for botanical, ornamental and cultural purposes only.
Formats & how it is offered
Offered as dried flowers in 25g and 50g weights, stored dry to protect colour and aroma.
Sourcing & quality
Single-origin and inspected. Stock can be seasonal; weights and availability are shown on each product page.
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Frequently asked
The fuzzy, ring-like clusters of orange flowers along the stem resemble the tuft on a lion's tail — hence the common name.
The dried flowers, in 25g and 50g resealable weights, single-origin from South Africa.
No. Despite the common name 'dagga', Leonotis leonurus is an unrelated plant in the mint family.
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Compliance & disclaimer. Sold strictly for educational, botanical, cultural and craft purposes to adults 21+. We make no medical claims; this is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any condition and is not for human consumption. Check the laws in your jurisdiction; some items cannot ship to certain states.