Pungent plants are plants that have a strong, sharp smell or taste. The crossword solutions for the term 'pungent plant' include GARLIC (6 letters), peppergrass (11 letters), mustard (7 letters), LEEK (4 letters), and cress (5 letters). GARLIC is a bulbous plant in the onion family with a strong flavor and aroma. Peppergrass is a type of wild mustard plant with a pungent flavor. Mustard is a condiment made from the seeds of various mustard plants, which have a sharp, spicy flavor. Leeks are a vegetable in the onion family with a milder flavor than GARLIC. Cress is a leafy green vegetable with a peppery flavor.