lion's ear
/ˈlaɪənz ɪr/
noun
- 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.