Overview
Smartshop · Herbs & SeedsWild Dagga (Leonotis leonurus) is part of our herbs & seeds range in the Smartshop. Wild Dagga (Leonotis leonurus) is a highly aromatic South African shrub from the mint family, available as a dried herb for use as an infusion.
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Wild Dagga (Leonotis leonurus): A South African Botanical with a Striking Presence
Wild Dagga is a robust perennial shrub indigenous to South Africa and a member of the Lamiaceae family, the same botanical family as mint. In its natural habitat it grows tall and upright, with square-stemmed branches, narrowly lanceolate leaves, and distinctive bright orange tubular flowers arranged in ball-shaped whorls along the stems. It has a long history of traditional use in Southern Africa, valued by local communities for generations. The dried herb brings that heritage into a practical, ready-to-use form.
Preparing Wild Dagga as an Infusion
The most straightforward way to use dried Wild Dagga is as a hot infusion. Add the herb to hot water and allow it to steep. One thing to expect: the aroma is assertive. Wild Dagga is highly aromatic when the material is handled or crushed, releasing a strong, herby scent that sets it apart from milder botanicals. That same character carries through into the infusion. Unlike a chamomile or a light floral tea, this is a bold-smelling herb with a presence you notice immediately.
Advisory Information
Not suitable for persons under 18. There is insufficient data on use during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Consult a health professional when using medication, or if suffering from an illness or health complaint. Start with a low amount to assess individual response.
