The difference between Sophora japonica and hops

Sophora japonica and hops are two different plants and belong to different families in plant classification. The following are their main differences:

1. Plant classification: Sophora japonica belongs to the genus Sophora, and its scientific name is Sophora japonica, which belongs to leguminous plants; Hops are humulus plants of Euphorbiaceae, and their scientific name is hops.

2. Appearance characteristics: Sophora japonica is a deciduous tree with a height of 15-25m. Its flowers are white and yellow, shaped like pods, and usually bloom in summer. Hop is a climbing herb with many vines, palm-shaped leaves and yellow-green flowers, forming spikes. The flowering period is usually in spring or summer.

3. Usage: Sophora japonica is used as a medicinal material in traditional Chinese medicine, which has the effects of clearing away heat and toxic materials and diuresis, and can also be used to make food and drink; Hops are mainly used in beer brewing, and their buds are rich in aromatic compounds and bitter substances, which can provide bitterness and aroma for beer.

To sum up, Sophora japonica and hops have obvious differences in plant classification, appearance characteristics and uses.