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Family name : Araceae Scientific name : Acorus calamus Common name : Sweet flag Native American name : Dakota: ''sinkpe-ta-wote'' Lakota: ''sunka ce'' Acorus calamus is a(n) perennial herb, which grows .9 to 1.5 m in height. This species is commonly found growing in swamps and marshes. The leaves are ensiform, erect and linear. Acorus calamus has light brown flowers that bloom from May to June. Click here for more information about the life cycle of Acorus calamus. Horticulture Notes     Glossary Seed Collection : N/A  Germination : Stratification  Vegetative Propagation : By division of the rhizomes  Soils : Wet fertile soil  Light : Full sun  Water : Thrives in wet areas  Notes : The roots grow or spread out just below the surface of the soil.

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