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Acorus calamus L. (sweet grass)

German: Echter KalmusCzech: puškvorec obecný
Genus:  AcorusFamily:  Araceae,
Mature Height: 1.20 mBloom in:    VI, VII,
Soil Preferred:  wet, Light Required:  full sunpart shade
Other Attributes:  aquatic plant, herbaceous plant,
Plants of Genus Acorus:
01) Acorus calamus L. (sweet grass), Ger: Echter Kalmus, Czech: puškvorec obecný
02) Acorus calamus 'Variegatus' (sweet flag), Ger: Gestreifter Kalmus, Czech: puškvorec obecný

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Puškvorec obecný (Acorus calamus)
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Acorus gramineus - Japanese sweet flag, Japanese rush
Japanese sweet flag is an aquatic or wetland perennial with semievergreen grasslike foliage. It has narrow, 6-14 in (15-35.6 cm) glossy leaves and looks like thick, lush grass. Location: Japanese sweet flag is native to eastern Asia where it grows in wetlands and shallow water. Culture: Light: Full... (About-garden.com)

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External links:
NC State University: Marginal Aquatics: Acorus calamus
NC State University: Marginal Aquatics: Acorus calamus Aureovariegatus
NC State University: Marginal Aquatics: Acorus calamus Variegatus
USDA PLANTS: Acorus calamus (calamus)
WIKIPEDIA: Acorus calamus
WIKIPEDIA: File:Acorus calamus illustration.jpg
WIKIPEDIA: Talk:Acorus calamus
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Sweet Grass 20 Seeds - Hierochloe oderata
Sweetgrass (Hierochloe odorata) is grown for its use in Native American and other rituals, as an incense. It can be smoked but the healthfulness of this is very dubious. It has a soft sweet scent, and need not be burned to be enjoyed. Live plants can be grown around the house, as living incense. Sweetgrass occurs in the wild in both North America and northern Europe. The Native Americans used it for scenting the floors of their tents, and as part of ritual costumes. In Northern Europe (particularly Russia), it is known as Marys Grass, and was strewn on church steps for Saints Days. It is also known as Zebrovka, Seneca Grass, Holy Grass, and Buffalo Grass (but should not be confused with Buchloe dactyloides buffalo grass). Hierochloe odorata prefers moist soil, and partial shade. It can withstand full sun in temperate climates and withstands winter excellently. Hardy in zones 4-9. Sweetgrass spreads primarily through its roots. Two kinds of stems grow, the stout ones with flowers, and t ...
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Sweetflag Acorus 10 Seeds - Acorus calamus
Sweet flag is a grass-like, rhizome forming, perennial that can grow to 24 high, resembling an iris. This species inhabits perpetually wet areas like the edges of streams and around ponds and lakes. It often shares habitat with the common cat-tail. The thick, erect leaves are very similar in appearance to those of an iris, but with edges that are crimped. Calamus was widely used by Canadian Trappers working for the Hudson Bay Company, using it as a stimulant, chewing a small piece whenever tired. Hardy in zones 4-9. Proper name: Acorus calamus ...
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Hirts Sweet Grass 4 Plants - Hierochloe oderata - Sacred
Sweetgrass (Hierochloe odorata) is grown for its use in Native American and other rituals, as an incense. It can be smoked but the healthfulness of this is very dubious. It has a soft sweet scent, and need not be burned to be enjoyed. Live plants can be grown around the house, as living incense. Sweetgrass occurs in the wild in both North America and northern Europe. The Native Americans used it for scenting the floors of their tents, and as part of ritual costumes. In Northern Europe (particularly Russia), it is known as Marys Grass, and was strewn on church steps for Saints Days. It is also known as Zebrovka, Seneca Grass, Holy Grass, and Buffalo Grass (but should not be confused with Buchloe dactyloides buffalo grass). Hierochloe odorata prefers moist soil, and partial shade. It can withstand full sun in temperate climates and withstands winter excellently. Hardy in zones 4-9. Sweetgrass spreads primarily through its roots. Two kinds of stems grow, the stout ones with flowers, and t ...
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Hirts Sweet Grass 8 Plants - Hierochloe oderata - Sacred
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Hirts Sweet Grass 25 Plants - Hierochloe oderata - Sacred
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