What does the cryptic crossword clue "Neat border plant (5)" mean?

The definition is "plant". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). OX (synonym of "Neat") + LIP (synonym of "border"); definition: "plant" The answer is OXLIP.

Neat border plant (5)

Guardian Cryptic #25665 | 3 Down | 2012-06-18 flower

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