Aromatic welcome gift (3)

I believe the answer is:

lei

(Other definitions for lei that I've seen before include "Garland of flowers in Hawaii" , "Hawaiin flower garland" , "Blooming string" , "Floral garland" , "Band of flowers" .)

I've seen this clue in The New York Times.

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