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A sort of staunch shrub growing round some capitals = acanthus

What's the significance of 'growing round some capitals'? The clue seems to work without those words.

Morning pooksahib
Capitals of Corinthian columns (of the three Greek orders of architecture) have carved acanthus leaves around them

Excellent, a dose of culture to start the day off. Thanks.