Panadol Plant (Plectranthus caninus)Hardy Medicinal and Ornamental Wonder Herb Panadol Plant also known as Dogbane Plant, Coleus caninus, and Scaredy Cat Plant, the Panadol Plant (Plectranthus caninus) is a hardy, multipurpose herb treasured for its medicinal, ornamental, and pest repelling qualities. Native to East Africa and Southern Asia, this member of the mint family (Lamiaceae) is as functional as it is beautifulthriving in gardens, containers, and food forests alike.