1、 Same

Houttuynia cordata is the same as the broken ear root. They are the same plant with no difference. They are just nicknames of different regions. Its Chinese scientific name is Houttuynia cordata, also known as < a href=“ https://baike.sogou.com/lemma/ShowInnerLink.htm?lemmaId=311205& ; ss_ c=ssc. citiao. Link "> lateral ear root < / a >, dog ear, truncated root, pig nostril, cencao, purple Houttuynia, Potamogeton crispus, stinky pig nest, etc

Houttuynia cordata is a perennial plant of the genus Houttuynia in the three white grass family. It is mainly distributed in the South and wild in the north. The plant is not too high, with a height of about 30-50cm. There is a fishy smell on the whole plant, which is an obvious feature. The shape of the leaves is oval or broad oval, with a length of about 4-10cm and a width of about 2.5-6cm. The color on the back of the leaves is purplish red

2、 Can I eat it

Houttuynia cordata can be eaten in many ways. The most common way is to drink in water and cold Houttuynia cordata. Eating some is good for your body and can play the role of heat clearing, detoxification, antibacterial and anti-toxic. Although Houttuynia cordata can be eaten, it cannot be eaten too much or for a long time. People with Yin deficiency are not suitable to eat it. Because Houttuynia cordata has a strong smell, some people don't like the taste. This is very normal. It doesn't mean Houttuynia cordata can't be eaten