orris

• 名词，指一种开大白色花、淡紫色花瓣的鸢尾属植物；也指某些鸢尾（尤其是佛罗伦萨鸢尾）的芳香根茎，用于香水和医药。

A noun referring to a type of iris plant with large white flowers and lavender-tinged falls, or the fragrant rootstock of certain irises, especially the Florentine iris, used in perfumes and medicines.

1. A type of iris plantC2formal

   A German iris (Iris germanica) with large white flowers that have lavender-tinged falls and a fragrant rhizome.

   德国鸢尾

   • The orris plant is known for its beautiful white and lavender flowers.
   • Gardeners often cultivate orris for its ornamental value.
   • The rhizome of the orris is highly aromatic.

2. C2formal

   The fragrant rootstock of various irises, especially the Florentine iris, used in perfumes, medicines, and as a fixative.

   鸢尾根

   • Orris root is a common ingredient in high-end perfumes.
   • Traditional medicine sometimes uses powdered orris root.
   • The scent of orris is often described as violet-like and powdery.

   同义词orrisroot