How to Cultivate Santol Fruits
  • 1. What is the scientific name of Santol?
A) Lansium domesticum
B) Sandoricum koetjape
C) Mangifera indica
D) Durio zibethinus
  • 2. What type of climate is best for growing Santol?
A) Alpine
B) Tropical
C) Arid
D) Temperate
  • 3. What is the ideal soil pH for Santol trees?
A) 8.5-9.5
B) 4.0-5.0
C) 7.5-8.5
D) 6.0-7.0
  • 4. How are Santol trees typically propagated?
A) Division only
B) Cutting only
C) Air layering only
D) Seed or Grafting
  • 5. What is the recommended spacing between Santol trees?
A) 4-5 meters
B) 1-2 meters
C) 8-10 meters
D) 2-3 meters
  • 6. What type of fertilizer is generally recommended for young Santol trees?
A) Potassium-rich
B) Calcium-rich
C) Phosphorus-rich
D) Nitrogen-rich
  • 7. How often should Santol trees be watered?
A) Once a month
B) Regularly, especially during dry periods
C) Only during the rainy season
D) Waterlogged conditions are preferred
  • 8. What is the primary purpose of pruning Santol trees?
A) To prevent flowering
B) To shape the tree and improve air circulation
C) To stop fruit production
D) To increase shade
  • 9. What is a common pest that affects Santol trees?
A) Earthworms
B) Fruit flies
C) Ladybugs
D) Bees
  • 10. What is a common disease that affects Santol trees?
A) Anthracnose
B) Rust
C) Black spot
D) Powdery mildew
  • 11. When do Santol trees typically begin to bear fruit?
A) 1-2 years after planting
B) Immediately after planting
C) 5-7 years after planting
D) 10-12 years after planting
  • 12. What color does Santol fruit typically turn when ripe?
A) Green
B) Red
C) Blue
D) Yellow to orange
  • 13. How is Santol fruit typically harvested?
A) By shaking the tree
B) By waiting for it to fall
C) By hand, using a ladder or pole
D) By cutting the branches
  • 14. What is the edible part of the Santol fruit?
A) The fleshy aril surrounding the seeds
B) The tree bark
C) The seeds
D) The outer skin
  • 15. What is a common use of Santol fruit?
A) Used as fertilizer
B) Used as fuel
C) Used as a building material
D) Eaten fresh or made into jams and preserves
  • 16. What benefit does mulching provide for Santol trees?
A) Provides no benefit
B) Increases soil temperature drastically
C) Attracts pests
D) Conserves moisture and suppresses weeds
  • 17. Why is grafting a preferred method of propagation over seeds sometimes?
A) Seeds are not viable.
B) Grafting requires less skill.
C) Grafting is cheaper.
D) Ensures desired fruit quality and faster fruiting.
  • 18. What is the purpose of thinning Santol fruits?
A) To improve fruit size and quality.
B) To increase the number of fruits.
C) To speed up the ripening process.
D) To prevent the tree from growing too tall.
  • 19. What is the importance of good drainage for Santol trees?
A) Increases fruit sweetness.
B) Encourages deeper root penetration.
C) Promotes faster growth.
D) Prevents root rot.
  • 20. What is the best time of year to plant Santol trees?
A) End of the dry season
B) Beginning of the rainy season
C) Anytime of year
D) Middle of the dry season
  • 21. What is the effect of too much nitrogen fertilizer on Santol trees?
A) Stronger root system
B) Excessive vegetative growth at the expense of fruiting
C) Increased fruit sweetness
D) Earlier fruiting
  • 22. How does proper air circulation benefit Santol trees?
A) Increases fruit size
B) Reduces the risk of fungal diseases
C) Accelerates ripening
D) Attracts pollinators
  • 23. Which of these is NOT a common method of pest control for Santol trees?
A) Introducing beneficial nematodes to the soil
B) Setting up fruit fly traps
C) Spraying with neem oil
D) Using insecticidal soap
  • 24. What does 'hardening off' seedlings refer to?
A) Pruning the roots of the seedlings
B) Adding fertilizer to the seedlings
C) Exposing the seedlings to freezing temperatures
D) Gradually acclimating seedlings to outdoor conditions
  • 25. What is the purpose of adding organic matter to the soil when planting Santol?
A) Increases soil acidity
B) Improves soil structure, drainage, and nutrient content
C) Prevents root growth
D) Reduces soil temperature
  • 26. What is the ideal height for a Santol tree for easy harvesting?
A) No height limit matters
B) As tall as possible
C) Manageable height through pruning
D) Under 1 meter
  • 27. Which vitamin is Santol fruit a good source of?
A) Vitamin A
B) Vitamin D
C) Vitamin C
D) Vitamin B12
  • 28. How does protecting young Santol trees from strong winds benefit them?
A) Increases fruit production
B) Attracts pollinators
C) Accelerates growth rate
D) Prevents damage to branches and leaves
  • 29. What tool is most useful for reaching high branches to harvest fruit?
A) Wheelbarrow
B) Axe
C) Fruit picker with a long pole
D) Shovel
  • 30. What post harvest process ensures uniform ripening of Santol fruits?
A) Water submersion
B) Ethylene treatment
C) Refrigeration
D) Sun drying
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