What does the cryptic crossword clue "Take exam on flourishing poet (7)" mean?

The definition is "poet". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). SITWELL (synonym of "Take exam on flourishing"); definition: "poet" The answer is SITWELL.

Take exam on flourishing poet (7)

Guardian Cryptic #26897 | 7 Down | 2016-05-30 flower

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