How to tell the difference between dwarf lilyturf and pink reineckea? Learn these quick identification methods

Dwarf lilyturf, also known as snakebeard, is a perennial evergreen herbaceous plant in the Liliaceae family. It mostly grows in shady, damp hillsides, under forest canopies or beside streams. Its tuberous roots are a precious Chinese medicinal herb. So what are the differences between dwarf lilyturf and pink reineckea?

Difference one: different places of origin

Dwarf lilyturf is a plant native to our country, and it can be seen in every province in our country; it is also cultivated in Japan, Vietnam, India and other countries. Pink reineckea is native to Mexico and Central America and was later introduced to our country; today it can be seen in Jiangsu, Zhejiang, Anhui, Jiangxi and other provinces in our country.

Difference two: different leaves

In terms of leaves, the leaf color of dwarf lilyturf is relatively darker, generally dark green; the leaves are also relatively narrow and more elongated, and the midrib is not very obvious. The leaves of pink reineckea are mostly grass green, and the leaf blades are wider, with an obvious midrib that is sunken.

Difference three: different fruits

Besides the two points above, we can also see the difference between pink reineckea and dwarf lilyturf from the fruits. The fruit color of dwarf lilyturf is relatively dark, blue-purple, and looks rather brilliant; the fruit of pink reineckea is generally purplish red, looking much the same as the common fruits of ordinary plants.

Difference four: different flowering periods

From the flowering period, we can also see the difference between the two. Dwarf lilyturf blooms in late spring each year, and its flowering period is from May to August, lasting four months; pink reineckea generally blooms in summer each year, and its flowering period is from July to November, lasting five months.