Each of the 13 divisions in Gotei 13 have their own symbol that represents the division's primary role, which all seem to be based on flowers. When a power limit is placed on a captain or lieutenant, their symbol appears on a certain part of their body until the limit is lifted. Each symbol also has a specific meaning.
The Gotei 13 Insignias/Division Flower Meaning
1st Chrysanthemums/ Truth and Innocence
2nd Tulip/ Seek Nothing
3rd Marigold/ Despair
4th Bellflower/ Those Who Grieve Are Loved
5th Lily of the Valley/ Sacrifice, Danger, Pure Love
6th Camellia/ Noble Reason
7th Iris/ Courage
8th Bird of Paradise/ Everything is Obtained
9th Buttercup/ Oblivion
10th Daffodil/ Mystery, Egoism
11th Yarrow/ Fight
12th Thistle/ Vengeance, Strictness, Independence
13th Summer Snowflake/ Hope
The Gotei 13 Insignias/Division Flower Meaning
1st Chrysanthemums/ Truth and Innocence
2nd Tulip/ Seek Nothing
3rd Marigold/ Despair
4th Bellflower/ Those Who Grieve Are Loved
5th Lily of the Valley/ Sacrifice, Danger, Pure Love
6th Camellia/ Noble Reason
7th Iris/ Courage
8th Bird of Paradise/ Everything is Obtained
9th Buttercup/ Oblivion
10th Daffodil/ Mystery, Egoism
11th Yarrow/ Fight
12th Thistle/ Vengeance, Strictness, Independence
13th Summer Snowflake/ Hope
