What does the cryptic crossword clue "Pale flame around national emblem (5,4)" mean?

The definition is "emblem". The wordplay uses an anagram. anagram of PALEFLAME ("Pale flame") [anagram: "around"] = MAPLELEAF; definition: "national emblem" The answer is MAPLELEAF.

Pale flame around national emblem (5,4)

Guardian Cryptic #27620 | 10 Across | 2018-09-21 flower

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