lion's ear

/ˈlaɪənz ɪr/
noun
  1. A plant of the mint family with showy orange or red flowers, native to Africa and Asia, also called Leonotis.
    • Lion's-ear is known for its tall stalks and whorls of fuzzy flowers.
    • The lion's-ear in the garden attracted many hummingbirds with its bright orange blooms.
    • She planted lion's-ear along the fence for a splash of color in late summer.
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