What does the cryptic crossword clue "Plant detective, getting smart (9)" mean?

The definition is "Plant". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). EYE (synonym of "detective,") + BRIGHT (synonym of "smart"); definition: "Plant" The answer is EYEBRIGHT.

Plant detective, getting smart (9)

Times Cryptic #27796 | 16 Down | 2020-10-15 flower

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