1、 Difference in shape

Peacock grass is about 30-100 cm high, and its branches spread obliquely. Marigold is higher, about 50-150 cm, and its branches are flat upward

2、 Difference between blades

The leaves of malachita grass are pinnately divided, about 2-9 cm long and 1.5-3 cm wide. The lobes are linear lanceolate, with serrated edges. Compared with the former, the leaves of marigold are larger and longer, about 5-10 cm long and 4-8 cm wide. The lobes are lanceolate or long oval, and also serrated

3、 The difference between flowers

Peacock grass is a head like inflorescence, solitary. The diameter is about 3.5-4 cm, the color is golden yellow or orange, with red spots, and the petals are smooth. The flower of marigold will be larger as a whole, with a diameter of about 6-8 cm, the color is yellow or dark orange, and the edge of petals has cracked teeth and is not smooth