Aromaticus
/a-roh-MAT-ih-kus/🏷️ Taxonomy●● Intermediate
Also known as: aromatica, aromaticum
A scent epithet indicating the plant has a strong, spicy, or herbal aroma, typically from volatile oils in the leaves, stems, or roots rather than the flowers. Aromatic plants are frequently culinary or medicinal herbs. Appears as aromaticus (masculine), aromatica (feminine), or aromaticum (neuter).
Etymology
From Latin aromaticus, from Greek aromatikos, meaning "fragrant" or "spicy," from aroma (spice, sweet herb).
Example
“Pelargonium aromaticum and various aromatic salvias carry this epithet for the pungent, spicy oils released when their leaves are brushed or crushed.”