The difference between drought lotus and copper coin grass
When drought lotus and copper coin grass appear in balcony flowers, many gardening enthusiasts are confused by their similar names. Although these two plants both carry the auspicious connotations of "lotus" and "money," they actually belong to different families and genera, and there are significant differences in growth forms. By systematically comparing plant characteristics, we can more clearly identify this pair of "twin flowers" in the green plant world. Comparison of basic plant morphology and growth characteristics of lotus as a representative plant of the Naturolliaceae, lotus shows a semi-trailing growth trend. Its stems have obvious climbing tendencies. The height of adult plants can reach 70 cm, and aerial roots often germinate at stem nodes. This growth characteristic makes it ideal for hanging cultivation, and it is recommended to set a support frame when the branch extends to 30 centimeters. Structural characteristics of copperwort grass. The main growth method of copperwort grass in the Umbelliferae family is stolon, with upright stems only 8-37 centimeters. The surface of the plant is covered with unique white or purple pilose hair, which forms a carpet-like growth landscape in a humid environment. This structural feature makes it a popular choice for amphibious landscaping. Key points for leaf morphology identification of lotus leaf characteristics The difference between lotus and lotus
The round shield-shaped leaves are the most prominent symbol of the lotus, and the leaf surface with a diameter of 3-10 cm shows 9 main veins distributed radially. The wavy notches on the edges of the leaves are like finely carved lace, and the short fluff distributed on the back of the leaves will create a unique velvet texture under the transmission of sunlight. Leaf details The round or reni-shaped leaves of Copperwort have 5-7 shallow cracks, and the serrated structure of the leaf edge is an important identifying feature. Compared with dry lotus, its leaves are more plump in texture, and the dense fluff on the back forms a natural water storage layer, which is the result of long-term adaptation to a humid environment. Analysis of differences in flower structure flowering characteristics of lotus flowers The solitary axillary lotus flowers can be regarded as a visual feast. The corolla with a diameter of 2.5-6 cm presents rich colors such as purple, orange, and yellow. A slender far-like structure extends from the base of its petals. This special structure can effectively attract specific pollinators. Inflorescence characteristics of copperwort The inflorescence system of copperwort is unique, and each node can produce 25-50 umbellate inflorescences. The bud stage appears emerald green and turns to plain and elegant white when it blooms. This color transformation mechanism is closely related to its light sensing system.
Through systematic comparison, it can be found that there are essential differences between lotus and copper leaf in plant type structure, leaf shape, flowering characteristics, etc. Mastering these identification points can not only avoid maintenance misunderstandings, but also make scientific soil allocation based on its growth characteristics: dry lotus is suitable for sandy loam soil with good drainage, while copper copperweed prefers humus soil with strong water retention. Understanding these differences will help horticulture enthusiasts create more professional plant cultivation solutions.