Ajuga yesoensis; a species of bugle
A specific plant species in the genus Ajuga. The name is typically written in katakana as ニシキゴロモ.
Ajuga yesoensis is a perennial herb that grows on forest floors in mountainous areas.
Katakana spelling is standard for this plant name; usually written in kana.
Kanji spelling is rare and may be confused with other words; lists it but the word is usually written in kana.
The name ニシキゴロモ literally means 'brocade robe', likely referring to the plant's appearance. The exact derivation is uncertain.