What does the cryptic crossword clue "Plant personnel tucking into sandwich (5)" mean?

The definition is "Plant". The wordplay uses charade, container. HR (synonym of "personnel") + SUB (synonym of "sandwich") [container: "tucking"]; definition: "Plant" The answer is SHRUB.

Plant personnel tucking into sandwich (5)

Guardian Cryptic #29220 | 26 Across | 2023-11-06 flower

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