Plants in family acoraceae
Acorus calamus
Acorus calamus is a unique wetland plant resembling an iris, known for its sword-shaped, fragrant leaves. It thrives in moist, shaded environments and is deer-resistant. While its flowers are not prominent, the plant is notable for its psychoactive properties and traditional medicinal uses, though ingestion can be toxic. Native to a wide range of regions including India and North America, it primarily propagates through its rhizomes. The plant's leaves and rhizomes contain volatile oils, used in various cultural practices. Despite its historical uses, it is commercially banned in the United States due to potential toxicity.
Acorus gramineus
Acorus gramineus, native to Japan and Korea, is a wetland plant with long, narrow leaves. It can grow fully or partially submerged and is used around pond edges and in aquaria.
Acorus gramineus 'Licorice'
Acorus gramineus 'Licorice' is an evergreen groundcover with narrow, grass-like foliage that emits a strong licorice fragrance when brushed or crushed. It is a durable plant suitable for moist areas, adding both visual and aromatic interest to gardens.
Acorus gramineus 'Hakuro Nishiki'
Acorus gramineus 'Hakuro Nishiki' is a dwarf golden sweet flag with grass-like foliage that slowly spreads to form a 2-foot wide patch. It features tiny tan spadices in early summer and is deer-resistant. This evergreen perennial is ideal for moist shady areas and can be used as a groundcover or filler.
Acorus gramineus 'Yodonoyuki'
Acorus gramineus 'Yodonoyuki' is a perennial with muted variegation, featuring stripes of gold and green. It is suitable for part sun to light shade and thrives in moist conditions, making it ideal for rain gardens.
Acorus calamus 'Variegatus'
Acorus calamus 'Variegatus' is a dramatic, upright plant with white and green banded leaves, known for its deer resistance and medicinal uses. It prefers moist spots like bogs but can grow in ordinary garden soils.
Acorus gramineus 'Minimus'
Acorus gramineus 'Minimus' is a very dwarf plant with narrow green leaves, ideal for rock gardens or as a ground cover. It thrives in part sun to light shade and can be used creatively in stepping stone arrangements. This plant is native to China and Japan and prefers rich, well-drained soils.
Acorus gramineus 'Variegatus'
Acorus gramineus 'Variegatus' is an evergreen groundcover with striking cream and dark-green striped foliage. Growing up to 12 inches tall, it prefers moist environments and produces small, inconspicuous white flowers in the spring. This plant is ideal for adding texture and color to garden beds and thrives in both partial sun and light shade.
Acorus gramineus 'Oborozuki'
Acorus gramineus 'Oborozuki' is a perennial plant similar to Acorus 'Ogon', known for its bright gold foliage. It thrives in part sun to light shade and is suitable for rain gardens and shaded perennial borders.
Acorus gramineus 'Ogon'
Acorus gramineus 'Ogon' is an evergreen perennial with striking yellow foliage accented by vertical green stripes. This deer-resistant plant forms a slowly-widening patch about 1 foot tall, thriving in moist, shaded environments. Its roots possess antifungal and antibacterial properties, adding to its low-maintenance appeal. While tolerant of short droughts, it prefers consistently moist soil and can be easily divided for propagation.
Acorus gramineus 'Masamune'
Acorus gramineus 'Masamune' is a dwarf plant with cream and green vertical striping. It is half the height of the standard form and thrives in part sun to light shade. This plant is ideal for adding texture and color to gardens or containers.
Acorus gramineus 'Tanimanoyuki'
Acorus gramineus 'Tanimanoyuki' is a plant with green foliage accented by random yellow stripes. It is well-suited for part sun to light shade and thrives in well-drained soils. This plant's unique variegation makes it a striking addition to any garden.