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Many flower enthusiasts are often confused about daffodils and tulips. Today, let's talk in detail about the differences between them, so that you can tell them apart at a glance next time!

Rhizomes:
Daffodils have bulbous tubers, which look like garlic. The surface is covered with a layer of brown membranous scales. When peeled, you can see layers of fleshy scales.
Tulips have bulbs, which are more oval in shape. The outer skin comes in various colors, including brown and yellow. The texture is relatively thin, and a root plate can be clearly seen on the bulb.

Leaves:
The leaves of daffodils are flat and带状, with a emerald - green color. There is a thin layer of white powder on the surface, giving it an excellent luster. The leaves grow directly from the bottom of the tuber and are arranged closely.
Tulips usually have 3 - 5 leaves. Compared with the leaves of daffodils, they are broader. Some are lanceolate, and some are ovate. There are obvious veins on the leaf surface, and the color is darker than that of daffodils, showing a deep - green tone.

Flowers:
The flowers of daffodils are mostly solitary or 2 - 3 flowers cluster at the top of the flower stem. The flower shape is umbellate. There are usually 6 petals, mainly white, with a golden - yellow corona in the center, just like a small wine cup, which is unique.
The flowers of tulips grow alone at the top of the stem. The flower shapes are diverse, including cup - shaped, bowl - shaped, and ovate. The petals can be single - petaled or double - petaled. The colors are extremely rich, covering a variety of colors such as red, yellow, purple, and pink, and there are even bicolor varieties.

Growth Habits:
Daffodils prefer a warm and humid environment, can tolerate semi - shade, usually bloom in winter and spring. Their demand for light is not particularly strict, and they can grow well under indoor diffused light.
Tulips like a cool, dry, and sunny environment, have strong cold - tolerance. The suitable growth temperature is 15 - 20℃. They usually bloom in spring. Sufficient light is the key to ensuring the quality and quantity of flowers.

Implications:
Daffodils symbolize missing and reunion. During the Spring Festival, many people choose to raise a pot to add a festive atmosphere to the festival.
Tulips imply love, charity, reputation, beauty, etc. Different colors of tulips also carry different symbols. For example, red tulips symbolize passionate love, and purple tulips symbolize nobility and mystery.

Now, everyone can clearly distinguish between daffodils and tulips! Don't get them confused again when you see them next time.