To identify the quality of Yabai, the following aspects can be taken into account:
1. Observe the color: High quality cypress has a pure and uniform color, preferably golden or brownish red. These colors usually represent the natural aging and good aging process of the cypress. Avoid choosing cypress trees with excessively dark or mottled colors, as this may indicate poor quality or have been artificially processed.
2. Check the texture: The texture of the cliff cypress is its unique feature. High quality cliff cypress has clear and delicate texture, like a natural artwork. Pay attention to whether the texture is natural and smooth, and whether there are any cracks or blurriness. The clarity and delicacy of the texture directly reflect the quality and growth environment of the cypress.
3. Evaluate density and hardness: The density and hardness of Cypress are important indicators of its quality. The higher the density, the harder the texture, and the higher the value. You can determine its density by tapping to hear the sound or weighing it. Cliff cypress with crisp sound and strong weight usually has a higher density. At the same time, high-quality cypress trees also have high hardness, and leaving no obvious marks when scratched with nails on the surface.
4. Smell the fragrance: High quality cypress emits a faint fragrance, which is natural, pure, and pleasant. Poor quality arborvitae may have pungent smell or chemical essence taste, so you should avoid buying it.
5. Observation of form and shape: High quality cliff cypress has a natural and beautiful form, with ornamental value. When selecting, one can pay attention to whether it has a unique shape and vivid imagery. The shapes of cliff cypress vary greatly, some resembling landscape paintings, while others resemble birds and beasts. These unique forms are also important manifestations of their quality.
Identifying the quality of cypress requires a comprehensive evaluation from multiple aspects such as color, texture, density and hardness, aroma, as well as morphology and shape. When purchasing, it is recommended to observe and compare more, and choose high-quality Ya Bai.