Calamus (Acorus calamus)
Sweet flag (Acorus calamus) is a semi-aquatic perennial herb with aromatic foliage and rhizomes, used historically for medicinal and culinary purposes.
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Sunlight
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist to waterlogged.
Soil
Rich, moist to wet, boggy soils. Tolerates clay and sandy loam.
Temperature
Grows best in moderate temperatures.
Habitat
Outdoor, Aquatic
Fertilizer
Fertilize sparingly in spring.
Care Requirements
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Can tolerate some shade, but flowering may be reduced.
Keep soil consistently moist to waterlogged.
Ideal for pond edges and bog gardens.
Rich, moist to wet, boggy soils. Tolerates clay and sandy loam.
Grows best in moderate temperatures.
Can tolerate some frost.
Outdoor, Aquatic
Fertilize sparingly in spring.
Avoid over-fertilization.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Herb, Aquatic
Plant Category
Medicinal
Plant Place Type
Ground, Aquatic
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Aquatic
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
0.6-1.5 m
Spread
0.5-1 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
Deciduous in colder climates
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Erect, sword-shaped
Flower Size
0.5-1 cm
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classLiliopsida
- orderAcorales
- familyAcoraceae
- genusAcorus
- speciesAcorus calamus
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
Yes