shishaphula | शीशफुल

Shishaphula (Devanagari: शीशफूल; ISO 15919: śīśaphūla) literally translates to "Head Flower."

It is a specialized type of pattika (head ornament) worn on the crown of the head or the forehead. As the name suggests, it is distinguished by its intricate floral design.

Further Reading and Reference

• Alternate Spelling: shishaphul
• Related Concepts: besar, karnaphool,  chandrika, Uniqueness of Shri Krishna's divine form
• Reference: Prema Rasa Madira - The Intoxicating Bliss of Divine Love, Vol. 3, Ch. 20