What is the difference between large delphinium and small delphinium?

As we all know, people can look alike or even identical, and in the world of flowers there are two plants that always leave people utterly confused: large delphinium and small delphinium. In terms of color, both belong to the blue-purple flower range, and their appearance is quite similar. So, when browsing the flower market in daily life, how can you simply and quickly tell these two flowers apart? Read on to find out.

Generally speaking, judging by appearance, small delphinium is lighter and more delicate than large delphinium. Small delphinium belongs to the genus Delphinium in the buttercup family (Ranunculaceae), and the plant is only about 30~40 cm tall, making it a petite and lovely type. There is no tail at the end of the flower, the petals are thin and light, and the flower shape resembles blue flying swallows resting on the branch, making it a very pleasant flower.

Large delphinium, on the other hand, belongs to the genus Delphinium in the buttercup family (Ranunculaceae), with the whole plant reaching 80~90 cm, making it a tall one. Its flowers are relatively large, and there is a "long tail" at the end of the flower. After the petals open, they feel especially soft to the touch, the stem is hollow, and the flowering period is also longer than that of small delphinium. At the same time, it also belongs to the high-end line flower material category, so its price is also considerably higher than that of small delphinium. In terms of flower language, small delphinium stands for freedom and purity, while large delphinium stands for positivity, upward striving and bravery.

So what are the differences in everyday use? First of all, small delphinium is a herbaceous plant, so its flowers basically bloom in clusters on the branch tips, belonging to a loose flower form. This kind is very suitable for making dried flowers; specifically, the natural air-drying method can be used, and after it is done it can be kept at home for 1-2 years, giving the home a very forest-style pastoral feel. Large delphinium, because its plant is large, has relatively long branches and can be made into linear flower material. Especially when placed in a flower basket, its beauty arises leisurely like that of a noble lady.

Overall, as long as the two flowers are placed together, they can be distinguished by flower shape, but if they are bought separately, then simply remembering the height difference between the large and small ones makes them very easy to identify. Secondly, the two plants are in the same family but different genera; as long as flower lovers point out that the plants belong to different genera, vendors generally do not dare to pass off small delphinium as large delphinium.