In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
ALISMACEOUS
Etymology
Adjective
alismaceous (not comparable)
(botany) Belonging to the Alismaceae (syn. Alismataceae) of water plantains and close relatives.
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