flagroot
/ˈflæɡˌrut/
noun
- A plant with long, sword-shaped leaves and a strong, sweet smell, also called sweet flag, that grows in wet places.
- The flagroot grows along the edges of the pond, filling the air with its spicy scent.
- Hikers often recognize flagroot by its distinctive, fragrant leaves near marshes.
- In some cultures, dried flagroot is used to make a pleasant-smelling tea.