fragrant iris; sweet flag; orris
Refers to a fragrant species of iris, often Iris ensata or related varieties, valued for its scent. The term may also be used for sweet flag (Acorus calamus) or orris root in botanical contexts.
Fragrant irises are blooming in the garden.
The root of the sweet flag is used in perfumery.
Standard kanji spelling for this plant name.
Mixed kanji-kana spelling; the first part is written in hiragana.
Compound of 匂い (nioi, 'fragrance') and 菖蒲 (shōbu, 'iris' or 'sweet flag'), literally 'fragrant iris'.