1、 Different flowers:

The former is a cup-shaped inflorescence, which looks like a small cup surrounded by yellow and green. This inflorescence is unique and unique

The inflorescence of the latter is cyme, and the arrangement of flowers is like gathered small balls. The flowers are very small and the color is light purplish red

2、 Root differences:

Euphorbia officinalis generally has two to three root blocks. The root body is large, with a length of about 16 to 20 cm. It is cylindrical or conical in shape. The color is grayish brown or dark brown in deeper color. The surface is rough and dull, with many texture marks and some protrusions

The shape of the red halberd is like a cone or spinning cone, with a length of 6 to 14 cm. Compared with the former, it is slightly shorter and thinner, and the outer color is grayish brown or a little more reddish brown