Sweetflag - Acorus americanus

Common Name: Sweetflag Botanical Name: Acorus americanus Category: Grasses Flower Color: Green, Yellow Bloom Time: Summer Soil Conditions: Moist , Wet Exposure/Light Requirements: Full Sun Height: 1-3 feet Wildlife: Birds, Turtles
Description: This sword shaped grass is 24 to 36 inches tall and is found in pond edges and wet soils. The flower stalk is 3 inches long with tiny flowers. The leaves, when bruised have a sweet smell to them and were once used in flavoring candy.
Additional Photos: