Rat Root, also known as Acorus calamus. Rat Root is the Canadian Cree name for this plant, and was adopted as the universal name for this plant among Herbology circles. Other labels this plant goes by include sea sledge, flag root, myrtle grass, sweet myrtle, sweet rush, Gladdon, and Beewort. 

Rat Root is an abortifacient and therefore pregnant women may not be treated with it. 

A reed-like perennial which grows to the height of about one meter. Its leaves are strongly scented with a bitter taste, and the powdered rhizomes of Rat Root may be used as a substitute for ginger, cinnamon and nutmeg 

viewed as a symbol of love, however the properties of Rat Root are not conducive to romance, but are often used as a tool against women. 

qualities of Rat Root

· Abortifacient

· Anodyne (relives pain)

· Anthelmintic

· Aphrodisiac (used in some love potions)

· Carminative

· Counters the side effects of hallucinogens

· Diuretic

· Hallucinogen

· Laxative

· Otalgic (cures ear aches)

· Sedative

A water plant, and thus grows in moist soils. It is thereby necessary to water the herb about once every two to three days. Sunlight is a huge must for Rat Root; do not plant this one in the shade! Rat Root grows best in shallow water, marshes, by the edge of a river, or in ponds. Seeds are ripe in July and August, and should be planted quite quickly after you obtain them. Rat Root flowers between May and July.