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In Japan, the chrysanthemum is a symbol of the Emperor and the Imperial family. In particular, a chrysanthemum crest (èè±ç´ç« , kikukamonshÅ or kikkamonshÅ), i.e. a mon of chrysanthemum blossom design, indicates a link to the Emperor; there are more than 150 patterns of this design.
The term chrysanthemum is adapted from the Greek words chrysos which means gold (its original color) and anthos meaning flower. The oldest variety of chrysanthemum is the Chinese chrysanthemum, which was a daisy-like plant in China. It was cultivated for nearly 2,500 years before it made its way to Europe.