The difference between cat's eye grass and lacquer

Cat's eye grass and lacquer are both plants of the same family and their functions are very similar. Many people think that they are the same plant, just with two different names. So are they the same plant? If not, what are the differences? Let’s take a look at the detailed explanation below.

1. Is it a plant?

The answer is of course no. Although cat's eye grass and lacquer belong to the same family, they are indeed two different plants. Their appearance is very similar, and it is difficult for people who do not know them well to distinguish them. Although the appearance is extremely similar, there are still many subtle differences. Please see the following content.

2. Leaf differences

Zeqi has another name called Five Clouds, which is derived from its leaves. There are five top bracts on the leaves of Zeqi, and the leaves are also relatively slender. The leaves of cat's eye grass are extremely smooth and look round, and there are two top bracts on the leaves, which look like the two ears of a cat, so it is called cat's eye grass. We can easily separate the petals according to the top bracts on the leaves.

3. Fruit Difference

Apart from the leaves, its fruits are also slightly different and can be petaled. The fruit of the lacquer tree is hairless, while the seeds are oval with raised reticular patterns on the surface. Although the fruit of cat's eye grass is also hairless, its seeds are long and ring-shaped, with a smooth surface, no raised reticular patterns or black spots, and a longitudinal groove on the side, making it very easy to identify.

4. Differences in the fruit period

Their fruiting time is also different. The fruiting period of cat's eye grass is longer, from April to October, and it will last for five to six months, while the fruiting period of lacquer is extremely standard. The flowering period of cat's eye grass is from April to May, and that of lacquer grass is from June to July. There is a significant time difference in their flowering periods, so they can be distinguished based on this point.

5. Different functions

Both zeqi and cat's eye grass can be used as medicine, but their medicinal properties are different, and the corresponding symptoms are also different. The main function of zeqi is to promote water circulation and reduce swelling, relieve cough and reduce phlegm, remove toxins and eliminate insects. It is mainly used to treat edema, osteomyelitis and other diseases. The main function of cat's eye grass is to relieve cough and reduce phlegm. It is mainly used to treat cough and other symptoms. It is said to have certain anti-cancer and anti-tumor effects.

The above is a detailed introduction to the differences between cat's eye grass and lacquer. I hope it can help you. If you want to learn more relevant knowledge, please stay tuned for us.