orris
/ˈɔrɪs/
noun
- A fragrant root of certain iris plants, used in perfumes and powders.
- Orris has been used for centuries in traditional potpourri blends.
- She ground the dried orris into a fine powder for her homemade cosmetics.
- The perfume maker added orris to give the scent a soft, floral base.
- A type of iris plant, especially Iris germanica or Iris pallida, grown for its fragrant root.
- Farmers in Tuscany have cultivated orris for its root for generations.
- The garden featured a bed of orris with tall, purple flowers.
- Orris plants thrive in well-drained soil and full sunlight.