1. Different growing areas: Kunlun snow chrysanthemum is a kind of alpine plant that grows in the snowy mountain area with an altitude of 3,000-4,500 meters, whereas the common chrysanthemum grows in the continental climate or sub-tropical area.

2. Different flower type and color: Kunlun snow chrysanthemum has yellowish flower color and small corolla-shaped flowers, while common chrysanthemum has richer flower color and tubular flowers.

3. Different uses: Kunlun snow chrysanthemum is mainly a kind of herbal medicine, with the effects of clearing away heat and detoxification, dispersing knots and swelling, and relieving pain, while common chrysanthemum is often used in tea, with the effects of clearing away heat and detoxification, lowering blood pressure, and beautifying the skin.

4. Special varieties: Kunlun chrysanthemum also has a special variety - red chrysanthemum, whose center stamen is deep red and petals are light yellow, with obvious color contrasts, which is very beautiful. Ordinary chrysanthemums do not have such special varieties.