The difference between Bodhidharma Fu Niang and Ping Pong Fu Niang

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1. Differences in stems

2. Differences in leaves

3. Differences in flowers

Stem distinction: The stem of Damo Fu Niang is relatively thin; the stem of Ping Pong Fu Niang is thicker than the former. The leaves are distinguished: the leaves of Mofuniang are pointed and narrow, while the leaves of Pingpongfuniang are rounder. Flower distinction: the former has red flowers and is shaped like a small trumpet; the latter has orange-red flowers and looks like a small pepper.

1. Differences in stems

The stems of Damo Fu Niang look thinner and cannot easily support the plant's upward growth. They often start to crawl as they grow.

The stems of Ping Pong Fu Niang look thicker to the naked eye than the former, and can support the plant to grow taller.

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2. Differences in blades

The leaves of Damo Fu Niang look sharper, narrower and longer, showing a rod shape.

The edges of the leaves of Ping Pong Fu Niang are relatively rounded and covered with a layer of white powdery substance. There are small purple-red tips at the top of the leaves. Under strong light, the edges will change. More red.

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3. Differences in flowers

The flowers of the former are red in color and shaped like small trumpets.

The flowers of the latter are orange-red in color and are in cymose panicles. The inflorescences are relatively high and the flowers look like small peppers hanging upside down. The flowering period is in early summer.

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