THE LION’S EAR is the name given to the Leonotis, a genus of some 30 evergreen African plants. The name is supposedly derived from the likeness of the flowers to the ear of “the King of Beasts.” The photograph shows Leonotis dysophylla, which bears orange-coloured flowers which are suitable for decorative work. The shape and profusion of blooms can be successfully maintained by heavy annual pruning.
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Press, Volume CV, Issue 31018, 25 March 1966, Page 6
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66THE LION’S EAR is the name given to the Leonotis, a genus of some 30 evergreen African plants. The name is supposedly derived from the likeness of the flowers to the ear of “the King of Beasts.” The photograph shows Leonotis dysophylla, which bears orange-coloured flowers which are suitable for decorative work. The shape and profusion of blooms can be successfully maintained by heavy annual pruning. Press, Volume CV, Issue 31018, 25 March 1966, Page 6
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