18 Leo

18 Leo is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Leo. It carries the designation 18 Leo.

Located approximately 512.0 light-years from Earth, 18 Leo resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

18 Leo is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

With an apparent magnitude of +5.67, 18 Leo sits near the limit of naked-eye visibility. It can be glimpsed without optical aid under dark skies, but binoculars will make observation much easier. Observers will note its red hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.489.