Common Name: Liquorice Sweet Flag
Botanical Name: Acorus gramineus ‘Liquorice’
Acorus gramineus ‘Liquorice’, or Liquorice Sweet Flag, is a variant of the Lemon Sweet Flag, distinguished by its subtle liquorice scent when the leaves are crushed. This plant shares similar environmental preferences and uses as its lemon-scented counterpart.
In addition to its role in traditional medicine for gastrointestinal health, Liquorice Sweet Flag is valued in modern herbalism and aromatherapy for its soothing and sweet aroma. Its leaves may be used in small quantities in culinary applications to impart a mild liquorice flavor.
Liquorice Sweet Flag is particularly appreciated in gardens for its aesthetic appeal and its ability to thrive under wet conditions, making it ideal for pond borders and water gardens. The plant’s ease of care and distinctive scent make it a unique addition to any garden, often sparking conversations about its unusual fragrance and versatile uses.
