The difference between Codonopsis lanceolata and Rabdosia angustifolia

1. Appearance is different

The grass stem of copper coin grass is thin and long, the leaves are round shield shape, the back is attached with dense T-shaped fluff, attached to the whole edge, but its leaves are smaller, the veins are shallow split, with a hand rub will emit celery fragrance. Yellow-green flowers bloom in summer and autumn.

Mirror grass is a perennial succulent herb, its leaves are dark green, fleshy and shiny, round and fat appearance is very attractive, and the petiole junction also has a golden round dot, veins naturally from the center of the radial spread to the surrounding, from a distance, similar to the ancient mirror.

2. Different growth environments

The plant prefers wet environments and can survive on land and water, growing mostly in wetlands or artificially maintained aquariums. It does not grow in direct sunlight, and its demand for sunlight can be met in semi-sunlight or shade.

Mirror grass suitable for growth in warm and humid environment, like loose, good drainage, rich in organic matter loam, can only survive in the semi-shady soil, unlike copper flower grass aquatic, terrestrial can be. It grows at room temperature of 16 to 20 degrees Celsius, and if it is below minus four degrees Celsius, it will appear chilling phenomenon.

3. Different values

The whole leaf can be used as medicine. It has the effects of eliminating fire and diuresis, clearing away heat and toxic materials, detumescence, etc. It can also be used for damp heat jaundice, heatstroke diarrhea, sand shower, carbuncle swelling, wound injury, etc.

Mirror grass can not only be used as ornamental flowers, but also has high medicinal value. Its nature is "sweet and bitter" and "cool". It can be used as raw materials for clearing away heat and toxic materials, removing blood stasis and swelling. It is mainly used for erysipelas and is also significantly helpful for recovery of fractures.