A Japanese chrysanthemum flower, often used in traditional art and decoration, known for its intricate layered petals.
From Japanese 菊 (kiku), derived from Chinese 菊 (júhua). The word entered English through cultural exchange with Japan during the 19th and 20th centuries.
The Japanese Imperial Seal features the kiku flower, making it one of the most symbolically important flowers in the world—so when you see those layered petals, you're looking at a symbol of imperial power that's been used for over a thousand years.
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