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MaraLan, a common spring vegetable, is a perennial herbaceous plant in the Asteraceae family. The height of MaraLan plants usually ranges from 30 to 60 centimeters. Its leaves are lightly lobed with noticeable veins and emit a faint fragrance. After sprouting, thick flower stems grow, bearing delicate flowers at the top, often pale purple or white in color, resembling small chrysanthemums. Its tender leaves are deep green, flat, and slightly elongated, earning it the name "MaraLan," which translates to "horse ears."

In China, MaraLan is often used as a delicious dish. People commonly stir-fry or salad it, seasoned with soy sauce, minced garlic, and other spices, creating a unique flavor that many enjoy.

Harvesting MaraLan requires caution to avoid damaging the plants.

马兰头，一种春季常见的野菜，是一种常见的菊科多年生草本植物。马头兰植株的高度通常在30-60厘米之间，边缘有羽状浅裂，叶脉明显，带有淡淡的清香。抽出嫩芽之后，会长出一根根粗壮的花茎，顶端开出小巧玲珑的花朵，颜色多为淡紫或白色，跟小菊花有点儿相像。它嫩叶呈现出深绿色，形状扁平，稍带细长，有些像马耳朵，因而得名。

在中国，马兰头常被作为一道美味佳肴。人们常将其炒菜或者凉拌，搭配酱油、蒜末等调料，味道独特，受到很多人的喜爱。

采摘马兰头需要小心谨慎，以免伤及植株。