Differences between Yiyelán and Orchid Banana
Today's introduction is about the plant Yiyelán, the differences between Yiyelán and Orchid Banana, and our site editor will introduce it to everyone next.
Differences between Yiyelán and Orchid Banana
I. Different leaves
The leaves of Yiyelán are oblong-annular lanceolate, lanceolate to sub-elliptical, all leaves are relatively long and large, about 22-46 centimeters in length, and about 8-11 centimeters in width. The leaf stems are relatively thick, very noticeable, and about 5-35 centimeters in length. The leaves are green on both sides, but sometimes there may be brown or patterned black spots, which is quite noticeable.
The leaves of Orchid Banana are smaller, with a flat-ovate lanceolate shape, about 22-30 centimeters in length, and about 7-9 centimeters in width. The leaf stems are a bit thinner, about 14-20 centimeters in length. Its leaves are green, with no other colors.
II. Different flowers
The flowers of Yiyelán are quite characteristic, resembling a lotus throne or a spider's egg. There are about 3-4 bracts on top, which are broadly ovate in shape and purple in color, with the outer color being purplish red and the lower part being light purple. The difference between the two flowers is quite significant and can be easily distinguished.
The flowers of Orchid Banana are relatively large, with several bracts on top, which are long-annular in shape and about 3.5-7 centimeters in length. The color of the flowers is lighter.
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