How to distinguish Shu Ren Dioscorea cirrhosa from Lipu taro?

These two foods are different in appearance, origin and price.

1. According to today's headline data, from the appearance, Lipu taro is generally oval and covered with many roots. The surface is uneven and mostly dark brown. It can be peeled with a peeler or peeled after steaming. Dioscorea cirrhosa: Most of them grow irregularly, and the surface is not as hairy as Lipu taro. Compared with Lipu taro, it is more difficult to peel, the skin is thick and hard, and it must be cut before eating.

2. Lipu Taro: Lipu County, Guilin, China is the origin of Lipu Taro, and there is also a large number of aquaculture in this area. The market price is generally 3-5 yuan per catty, so the sales volume has been very high. Dioscorea cirrhosa: mainly distributed in Zhejiang and Jiangxi, with a wide planting range. The current market price is between 4 and 6 yuan, but few people buy it in the market, and the taste is not suitable for food.