Leonotis ocymifolia

Also known as

Leonotis bachmannii, Leonotis brevipes, Leonotis capensis, Leonotis dinteri, Leonotis dubia, Leonotis dysophylla, Leonotis elliotii, Leonotis engleri, Leonotis galpinii, Leonotis hereroensis, Leonotis hirtiflora, Leonotis intermedia, Leonotis intermedia intermedia, Leonotis intermedia natalensis, Leonotis kagerensis, Leonotis latifolia, Leonotis laxifolia, Leonotis laxifolia pilosa, Leonotis leonitis, Leonotis leonitis hirtiflora, Leonotis leonitis leonitis, Leonotis leonitis publ, Leonotis longidens, Leonotis malacophylla, Leonotis melleri, Leonotis microphylla, Leonotis mollis, Leonotis mollis albiflora, Leonotis mollis mollis, Leonotis mollissima, Leonotis mollissima carnea, Leonotis mollissima fulva, Leonotis newtonii, Leonotis ovata, Leonotis parvifolia, Leonotis raineriana rugosa, Leonotis randii, Leonotis rugosa, Leonotis schinzii, Leonotis spectabilis, Leonotis urticifolia, Leonotis velutina, Leonotis velutina angustifolia, Leonotis velutina raineriana, Leonotis velutina rugosa, Leonotis westae and Phlomis leonitis

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Leonotis ocymifolia

Genus

Leonotis

Family

Lamiaceae

Order

Lamiales

How to care for Leonotis ocymifolia

💦 Water

How often to water your Leonotis ocymifolia

Leonotis ocymifolia needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

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☀️ Light

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Leonotis ocymifolia love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Leonotis ocymifolia does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

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🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Leonotis ocymifolia

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Leonotis ocymifolia: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Leonotis ocymifolia after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs

💦 Water Needs

Leonotis ocymifolia prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

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☀️ Sunlight Needs

Leonotis ocymifolia requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

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🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Leonotis ocymifolia is not known to cause harm to humans or pets. Regardless, if you, a family member, a cat, or dog has ingested any plant material, please consult a doctor or a veterinarian.

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🪴 Soil

Leonotis ocymifolia does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!

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💩 Fertilizer

Leonotis ocymifolia is a fast growing plant and may deplete the nutrients in its soil over time. Replenish them with a gentle organic fertilizer or compost every 1-2 months depending on your location and season. Fertilize more often during the growing season and in warmer and brighter climates.

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🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Leonotis ocymifolia can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 9a-11b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

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🍂 Yellow Leaves

Yellow leaves aren’t always a reason to panic, and can be a normal part of a plant’s life cycle. Unless brand new leaves are turning yellow or all the leaves change color at once, it’s likely just your plant shedding old leaves.

Overwatering and root rot are the most likely cause of problems in Leonotis ocymifolia, since they are sensitive to wet soil. The leaves may also appear to be curling or drooping. Less often, yellow leaves are caused by underwatering, nutrient deficiencies, or pests.

Replace soggy soil with fresh, dry soil and download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!

🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.