calycanthus

[Yespasmn]

a magnoliid dicot genus of the family Calycanthaceae including: allspice

[RobertaInvag]

Any of the genus Calycanthus of sweetshrubs.

[latindictionary]

Calycanthus is a genus of flowering plants in the family Calycanthaceae, often known as sweetshrubs or spicebush. They are deciduous shrubs, typically growing 6-12 feet tall, most commonly found in North America and East Asia. The flowers have a sweet, fruity fragrance that provide a unique aesthetic appeal to gardens. These plants are also known for their glossy foliage and for the interesting structure of their blossoms.

[Agnes]

kal-i-kan′thus, n. a small order of square-stemmed aromatic shrubs, natives of North America and Japan. [Made up of Calyx and Gr. anthos.]