Differences between Zi Yangrong and Hei Shifu
This article provides an in-depth explanation on the topic of Zi Yangrong, a succulent plant, focusing on the differences between Zi Yangrong and Hei Shifu. Please refer to the detailed introduction below.
Many flower enthusiasts are eager to understand the differences between Zi Yangrong and Hei Shifu. In fact, it is relatively easy to distinguish between the two. This article will guide enthusiasts on how to tell them apart through several obvious aspects and has also prepared some pictures for reference.
1. First, let's get to know the background of Zi Yangrong. Zi Yangrong is a variant cultivated by humans, a new breed produced by the Koreans through crossbreeding with Hei Shifu. It is sold at a higher price than Hei Shifu, so it's not uncommon for some unscrupulous sellers to pass off Hei Shifu as Zi Yangrong. Now, for the main topic, to distinguish Zi Yangrong from Hei Shifu, you can first smell it by touching the leaves of Zi Yangrong, from which you can detect a scent. Some enthusiasts describe this scent as fragrant, while others say it smells like stinky feet... Hei Shifu, on the other hand, has no scent.
2. After smelling, if you still want to further distinguish between Zi Yangrong and Hei Shifu, you can look at the leaf surface. Zi Yangrong has a layer of something like绒毛 (velvet) on its leaves, while Hei Shifu's leaves are smoother and also larger and rounder. Hei Shifu's leaves tend to be slender (this characteristic can only be used as a reference, as different care conditions might affect this feature).
3. Lastly, there's another trick: Zi Yangrong is completely green in the summer and only turns into a beautiful coffee red in the autumn, whereas Hei Shifu is black.
By using the above three methods, you can basically tell the difference between Zi Yangrong and Hei Shifu. Let's put it into practice. To avoid confusion, names will be labeled, and enthusiasts can refer to the three differences when looking at the pictures below.
The pictures below are of Zi Yangrong, with some images in different conditions provided for enthusiasts' reference.
The following two pictures are of Hei Shifu, with two different conditions chosen. After viewing the images, can you tell the difference between Zi Yangrong and Hei Shifu?
In conclusion, with the continuous emergence of new succulent plant breeds and various hybridizations, there is a possibility that Zi Yangrong might also be further hybridized by merchants. For enthusiasts, the sellers are often more sophisticated than the buyers. Unless there is a special need, there is no need to deliberately chase new breeds. It is most important to choose what you like.
The above is a complete introduction to the differences between Zi Yangrong and Hei Shifu (with pictures), hoping it can be of help to you. Don't forget to also check out more flower care experience and knowledge!