According to Baidu Hanyu and Baidu Encyclopedia, chive pinyin jiǔ (韮拼音jiǔ), is the ancient Chinese word for leek, or chives. It is a perennial herb with slender, flat leaves and small white flowers, and is a commonly used vegetable. Chives, Chinese first-level characters, pronounced leek (jiǔ), the original meaning refers to leeks. In summary, there is no difference between leek and chive.

Chives, also known as "leeks", are a kind of herbaceous plant, belonging to the lily family. Its leaves are long and thin, without bumpy lines, and the surface of the leaf is slightly hairy. The stems of leeks are crisp and tender, up to 30 centimeters long, and light green in color. Leeks have a strong aroma and flavor and can be used as a cooking ingredient or eaten raw.