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Florentine iris (5)

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I believe the answer is:

orris

'florentine iris' is the definition.
(synonyms)

This is the entire clue.

(Other definitions for orris that I've seen before include "Source of perfume" , "Perfume ingredient from irises" , "Iris root in perfumery" , "Fragrant rootstock" , "Percussion instrument" .)

I've seen this clue in the Sydney Morning Herald.
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