Description
Leonotis leonurus ‘Alba’ – White Lion’s Tail
Add a touch of elegance to your garden with Leonotis leonurus ‘Alba’, a striking white-flowering form of the South African indigenous Lion’s Tail. Instead of the usual bright orange flowers, this variety produces beautiful creamy-white blooms arranged in distinctive rounded whorls along tall, upright stems.
A wonderful addition to wildlife-friendly gardens, the flowers attract bees, butterflies and other nectar-loving pollinators. Its architectural growth habit makes it an excellent feature plant for sunny borders, indigenous gardens and water-wise landscapes.
Once established, White Lion’s Tail is hardy and relatively drought-tolerant, making it well suited to South African gardens. Plant it in full sun and well-drained soil to encourage healthy growth and abundant flowering. Prune after flowering to maintain a neat shape and encourage fresh growth.
Common Name: White Lion’s Tail
Botanical Name: Leonotis leonurus ‘Alba’
Plant Type: Indigenous perennial shrub
Flower Colour: Creamy white
Position: Full sun
Water Requirements: Moderate while establishing; low to moderate once established
Soil: Well-drained soil
Uses: Indigenous gardens, wildlife gardens, sunny borders and water-wise landscaping
Pollinator Friendly: Yes
