Barosma

/bæˈrɒzmə/ noun

A genus of small shrubs native to South Africa, whose leaves are used to make a fragrant aromatic oil called buchu.

From Greek 'baros' (weight) + 'osme' (smell/odor), referring to the heavy or strong fragrance. The plant genus was named by botanists in the 18th century for its potent aroma.

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