The difference between Brazilian iron and Yemen iron

1. Leaf Difference

The leaves of the Brazilian iron plant are relatively soft, and they droop obviously in an arched shape. The most common ones are those with a golden heart or golden edges. The leaves are about 40-90 cm long and 6-10 cm wide. The edges of the leaves are undulating, have a certain luster, and are bright green.

The leaves of the Yemen ironwood are very hard and do not droop much. They are slantingly stretched out and longer than the former. Its shape is oval, and some are oblong, and both sides of the leaves are green.

2. The difference between flowers

The flowers of the Brazilian iron plant are light yellow and have a certain fragrance. The flowers of the Yemen ironwood are yellow-green, and its petals are very small. It blooms from June to August every year.