Chimonanthus belongs to Chimonanthus of Chimonanthaceae and Prunus of Rosaceae. They belong to completely different families and genera.

Second, the flowering period is different.

Chimonanthus praecox blooms early, which is the first flower among all flowers, especially Chimonanthus humilis, which blooms in October of the lunar calendar, so it is called Zaomei. Plum blossoms bloom later than wintersweet, in winter and spring.

Third, the colors are different.

Chimonanthus praecox is yellow, and plum blossom is usually white or pink.

Chimonanthus praecox is not only an ornamental flower, but also contains many aromatic substances, such as linalool, borneol, eucalyptol, pinene, sesquiterpene alcohol and so on. It is one of the fragrant flowers for making high-grade scented tea.

Fourth, the leaves are different.

Chimonanthus praecox leaves are opposite, ovoid, ovoid, sometimes oblong-lanceolate, and the leaves are entire. Plum blossom leaves alternate, oval or oval, with small serrations on the leaf margin.

Fourth, fruits are different.

The fruit of Chimonanthus praecox is altar-shaped or oval, which was called croton in ancient times. Toxic, can be used as a laxative, and should not be eaten by mistake. Plum blossom fruit is nearly spherical. Plum blossom fruit is mainly used for processing or medicine, and is generally processed into various preserves and jams. Mume is processed from medicinal green plum.

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