The difference between Jianlan and Huilan

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1. Different pseudobulbs

2. Different leaves

3. Flowers are different

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The pseudobulbs are different: the pseudobulbs of Jianlan are relatively large and spherical; the pseudobulbs of Cymbidium are relatively small and form a clump at the root. The leaves are different: the leaves of Jianlan are softer in texture, with a smooth surface, and the veins are not very clear; the leaves of Cymbidium are harder, with serrated edges, and the veins are very obvious. Flowers are different: Jianlan blooms fewer flowers; it blooms more, usually about 9-13 flowers per flower stem.

1. Different pseudobulbs

1. Different pseudobulbs

The pseudobulbs under the Jianlan plant are relatively large and can absorb nutrients from the ground. They are spherical and about 1.5-2.5 cm in length. Left and right, the width is about 1-1.5 cm.

Cymbidium is similar to the former, but in this aspect You can tell the difference. Its pseudobulbs are relatively small and will form clumps at the roots, showing an oval shape, but the root system is relatively strong, and the absorption of nutrients mainly relies on the roots of the orchid.

2. The leaves are different

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The texture of Jianlan's leaves is relatively soft. If you touch it, it will feel smooth. The surface is relatively smooth, but the veins are not very clear.

The texture of the leaves of Cymbidium is relatively stiff, with some edges. It is jagged and feels prickly and uncomfortable when touched. If you look against the light, you will find that the veins of the leaf are very obvious.

3. Flowers are different

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Jianlan has a small number of flowers, about 3-9 flowers, and blooms late, around June to October.

Cymbidium is also called Jiuzilan, the number of its flowers There are relatively many flowers. Generally, about 9-13 flowers can bloom on one flower stem. And its flowering period is relatively early, usually around March in spring, and some can bloom as early as February.

2. Different leaves

3. Flowers are different

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