Klip Dagga
Klip Dagga is the dried flower and leaf of Leonotis nepetifolia, lion's ear, the close cousin of wild dagga, offered loose for tea and for smoking blends. Many find it smoother and gentler than its relative. Selected for bright orange color and aroma, packed by weight.
At a glance
- Dried Leonotis nepetifolia flowers and leaves, whole herb, nothing standardized
- Signature compound leonurine, plus labdane diterpenoids and flavonoids
- Tea: 1 to 2 teaspoons per 8 oz, steep 5 to 10 minutes
- Sizes from a Half ounce and 1oz through 2oz, 3oz, 4oz, 8oz, 12oz, a Pound and a Kilo
The herb. Leonotis nepetifolia is an annual in the mint family, Lamiaceae, native to Africa and India and naturalized across the warm Americas, with spine-tipped clusters of orange blooms that gave it the name lion's ear. It shares its genus and signature compound, leonurine, with wild dagga (Leonotis leonurus), along with labdane diterpenoids and flavonoids.
What's in it. Dried klip dagga flowers and leaves and nothing else: leonurine, the labdane diterpenoids found across Leonotis, flavonoids and a small amount of aromatic oil. Nothing is standardized.
Dosage and use. It comes on gently, and a first session should stay small.
- As a tea: 1 to 2 teaspoons per 8 oz of hot water, steeped 5 to 10 minutes covered, then strained; start with one cup.
- In a smoking blend: a small pinch alongside base herbs rather than alone. Its smoothness lets it carry a larger share than wild dagga, but it works best as one part of a blend.
What to expect. Users describe klip dagga as easygoing, mellow and quietly calming. The tea is a light golden cup with a soft, faintly minty flavor and a mild bitterness honey rounds out. For the more robust cousin grown on our own farm in South Africa, see our Wild Dagga, and for a no-brew option, the Wild Dagga Tincture Alcohol Free 2fl oz.
Side effects. Klip dagga is mild and side effects are few. Very strong cups can bring drowsiness, and as with any smoked plant, the smoke can irritate the throat. A lighter brew or a short break resolves either.
Interactions and cautions.
- If you take any medication, consult a healthcare professional first, because it has not been studied alongside most drugs
- Not for use if pregnant or nursing
- Do not drive until you know how it affects you
- For adults 21+ only; keep out of reach of children
Ingredients and storage. Dried Leonotis nepetifolia flowers and leaves. Keep sealed in a cool, dry, dark place; dried flowers lose their color and aroma with light and heat.
Common questions
- Difference between Klip Dagga and Wild Dagga? Sister species in the Leonotis genus; klip dagga (Leonotis nepetifolia) is smoother and gentler, wild dagga (Leonotis leonurus) stronger.
- How do I brew Klip Dagga tea? Steep 1 to 2 teaspoons in 8 oz of hot water for 5 to 10 minutes and strain.
Disclaimer. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Klip dagga is a traditional botanical, and traditional use does not establish that it will produce any particular result. Consult your healthcare provider before use if you take any medication or have a medical condition. Use at your own risk and keep out of reach of children. Formulated by Healing Herbals, run by a practicing herbalist of 13+ years.
What Is Klip Dagga?
Klip Dagga (Leonotis nepetifolia), known as Lion's Ear, is a close relative of Wild Dagga native to Africa and India. Its fiery orange blooms and mild, calming character make it a popular smoke and tea alternative to tobacco.
How to Use Klip Dagga
Klip Dagga can be enjoyed as a smooth herbal tea or smoked on its own or blended with other herbs. For tea, steep 1-2 teaspoons of dried leaf in hot water for 5-10 minutes.
Sourcing & Quality
Our Klip Dagga is sustainably wildcrafted by growers in Africa using traditional, small-batch harvesting methods.
FAQs & Storage
Is Klip Dagga the same as cannabis? No. Despite the nickname, Klip Dagga is botanically unrelated to cannabis. How should I store it? Keep it in a sealed container away from sunlight, heat, and moisture to preserve color and aroma. Is this a dietary supplement? No, we sell it as a botanical for tea and aromatic use; it is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any disease.
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