1. Leaf difference

The leaves of dandelion are obovate lanceolate, 4-20cm long and 1-5cm wide, and the leaf edges are serrated. The leaves of bitter cabbage are oval or oval, 3-10cm long and 1.2-3cm wide, and the leaf margin has coarse sawtooth. Therefore, the leaves of dandelion are slightly larger than those of bitter cabbage

2. The difference between flowers

The flowers of dandelion are white, and the involucral bracts have 2-3 layers. The color of cauliflower is yellow, and the involucral bracts are relatively small

3. Fruit difference

The fruit of dandelion is inverted egg lanceolate, dark brown, 4-5mm long and 1-1.5mm wide. The fruit of bitter cabbage is oblong, with a length of 3-4mm. Therefore, the fruit of dandelion is slightly larger than that of bitter cabbage