What does the cryptic crossword clue "Fragrant resin carried back by regime leaders (5)" mean?

The definition is "Fragrant". The wordplay uses a hidden word. Hidden reversed in "fragrant resin carried back by regIME LEaders" The answer is ELEMI.

Fragrant resin carried back by regime leaders (5)

Independent Cryptic #11653 | 23 Across | 2024-02-15 flower

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