costusroot

n.

1.

an annual herb (Saussurea costus) of the eastern Himalayas (Kashmir) having purple florets and a fragrant root that yields a volatile oil used in perfumery and for preserving furs.

Noun

1.

costusroot - annual herb of the eastern Himalayas (Kashmir) having purple florets and a fragrant root that yields a volatile oil used in perfumery and for preserving furs Synonyms: Saussurea costus, Saussurea lappa

genus Saussurea, herb, herbaceous plant, Saussurea, Saussurea costus, Saussurea lappa