1. Common Name: Kikyo refers to the Japanese bellflower or balloon flower, a perennial wildflower native to Japan, Korea, and China. It has blue, purple, or white bell-shaped flowers.
2. Symbolic or Ornamental: Kikyo flowers symbolize elegance and undying love in Japanese culture. They are intricately woven into kimonos, textiles, and traditional crafts.
3. Japanese Name: Kikyo is also used as a female given name. It is sometimes written with different kanji characters, each giving a nuanced meaning related to the flower's beauty, purity, and strength.