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Klip Dagga (Leonotis Nepetifolia) is a flowering plant which originates from tropical Africa but can now be found in Central and North America.  It is part of the lamiaceae family, along with other kitchen herbs, such as mint, thyme and rosemary.  Other names are Lion’s Ear, Christmas Candlestick, Tilley’s Curse, Shandilay, and Grantiparani.

As noted, Klip Dagga originally comes from tropical Africa, where it is used to treat multiple ailments.  The most common applications are for fevers, headaches, gastrointestinal disorders, malaria, dysentery and snakebites.  It was also used to both stimulate or suppress menstruation in women, using different dosages to reach desired results.  Decoctions of the entire plant are used to cleanse the uterus and as a diuretic.

The leaves can be made into tinctures or teas to treat mild pain.  Klip Dagga has anti-nociceptive properties (inhibits pain sensations), is anti-inflammatory and hypoglycemic.  Because of this, many people use this herb to manage arthritis and other conditions which produce inflammation.  Klip Dagga is also used for heart conditions associated with anxiety and hypertension.  It helps with symptoms of irregular heartbeats and will calm heart palpitations.

Leonotis Leonurus has been shown to possess antispasmodic effects and appears to inhibit acetylcholine and histamine, making it a natural antihistamine. It is also used as a sedative in natural medicine.

Klip Dagga has a long history of being used as a smoking herb and an alternative to smoking cannabis.  The flower petals are dried and smoked either alone or mixed with tobacco or added to herbal smoking blends.  The effects are similar to the effects of smoking cannabis; a mild euphoria and happiness.

The Lion's Ear plant has spiritual and protective properties. It is often used in traditional ceremonies and rituals. The plant symbolizes strength, protection, and resilience. It also inspires simplicity, mindfulness, and environmental consciousness in lifestyles. Additionally, it supports biodiversity, wellness, and cultural enrichment through its uses.

Klip Dagga versus Wild Dagga
Wild Dagga (Leonotis leonurus) and Klip Dagga are often confused with one another.  They are botanical cousins, both are used for smoking, and both grow tall with similar flowers.  The leaf structures however are vastly different.  Wild Dagga leaves are elongated and look more like hemp leaves.  Also, Wild Dagga is a perennial that requires a long growing season whereas Klip Dagga is an annual.  Klip Dagga is known as Lion’s Ear, while Wild Dagga is known as Lion’s Tail.

Klip Dagga contains more leonurine, a pseudoalkaloid, than any strain of Wild Dagga.  Alkaloid-containing plants have been used by humans since ancient times for therapeutic and recreational purposes.  They produce euphoric effects when consumed.  Users claim the sensation is good, but not as good as cannabis.  Others suggest that a superior high can be achieved by mixing Wild and Klip Dagga, but we cannot provide any empirical research to validate or refute any of these claims.

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