How to distinguish the real from the fake?
In flower markets or gardens, many people will be attracted by the seemingly colorful lotus flowers. However, if you accidentally buy the best lotus flowers, you will be disappointed. So, how to correctly distinguish the authenticity of lotus flowers?
First, we can observe the flower morphology of the lotus flower. The true lotus flower has wide petals, a clear outline, and an even space between the petals. Counterfeit lotus flowers tend to have narrow petals, blurred outlines, uneven voids, and the color of the petals may also be too heavy or uneven. In addition, the petals of a real lotus flower are brightly colored, while the petal color of a fake lotus flower can be too exaggerated.
Secondly, smelling the fragrance of flowers is also an important way to distinguish real and fake lotus flowers. The aroma of a real lotus flower is fragrant, while a fake lotus flower is likely to have no aroma or the aroma is too pungent to make people feel unnatural.
In addition, observing the buds of lotus flowers is also an important basis for judgment. The buds of a real lotus flower are firm and powerful, brightly colored, and may be covered with tiny small protrusions. On the other hand, the fake lotus buds are often floppy, dull in color, and lack vitality.
In addition to flowers, aromas and buds, lotus leaves are also one of the keys to distinguish the authenticity of lotus flowers. True lotus leaves are round or heart-shaped, with smooth edges and dark green in color. Whereas, the fake lotus leaf has an irregular shape, rough edges, too bright or too dull colors, and lacks natural texture.
Finally, if possible, the lotus root of the lotus flower can be observed. True lotus roots are long cylindrical in shape, with a smooth skin and a light yellow or light brown color. And the fake lotus root is irregular in shape, rough in skin, and too bright or dull in color to be compared with the real lotus root.
To sum up, distinguishing the authenticity of lotus flowers requires comprehensive consideration of many aspects, including flower form, aroma, flower buds, lotus leaves and lotus roots. It is only by carefully observing and discerning these characteristics that we can more accurately judge the authenticity of lotus flowers. I hope that when you appreciate the beauty of lotus flowers, you can also be vigilant and not be confused by fake and shoddy lotus flowers.