How to Identify and Classify Parsnips
  • 1. What is the primary identifying characteristic of a parsnip?
A) Bright orange root color
B) Purple striped root
C) Dark brown root
D) Creamy white root color
  • 2. Parsnips belong to which plant family?
A) Brassicaceae
B) Fabaceae
C) Solanaceae
D) Apiaceae
  • 3. What is the shape of a typical parsnip root?
A) Round
B) Tapered
C) Square
D) Globular
  • 4. How does the aroma of parsnip compare to carrots?
A) More bitter
B) Sweeter and earthier
C) Less pronounced
D) Identical aroma
  • 5. What time of year are parsnips typically harvested?
A) Early spring
B) Mid-summer
C) Late fall/Early winter
D) Late spring
  • 6. What impact does frost have on parsnip flavor?
A) Makes it watery
B) Makes it bitter
C) Has no effect
D) Enhances the sweetness
  • 7. What is the typical length of a mature parsnip root?
A) 12-18 inches
B) 2 feet or more
C) 2-4 inches
D) 6-10 inches
  • 8. Are parsnip leaves edible?
A) Yes, when cooked
B) Only young leaves
C) Yes, in small quantities
D) No, they are toxic
  • 9. What soil type is best for growing parsnips?
A) Waterlogged soil
B) Loose, well-drained soil
C) Sandy, dry soil
D) Heavy clay soil
  • 10. What is the plant height of a mature parsnip plant (including leaves)?
A) 2-4 feet
B) 6 inches
C) 1 foot
D) 6-8 feet
  • 11. What do parsnip flowers look like?
A) Red spikes
B) Yellow umbels
C) Blue clusters
D) White single blooms
  • 12. What is a common pest that affects parsnips?
A) Carrot rust fly
B) Japanese beetles
C) Spider mites
D) Aphids
  • 13. How do parsnips typically reproduce?
A) By spores
B) By seed
C) By cuttings
D) By root division
  • 14. What is the scientific name of the parsnip?
A) Pastinaca sativa
B) Allium cepa
C) Beta vulgaris
D) Daucus carota
  • 15. What visual indicator on the parsnip root suggests it might be old and woody?
A) Small size
B) Bright white color
C) Very large core
D) Smooth skin
  • 16. What is the texture of a freshly harvested parsnip root?
A) Firm
B) Soft
C) Spongy
D) Slimy
  • 17. Which part of the parsnip plant contains furanocoumarins, which can cause skin irritation?
A) Seed
B) Root
C) Leaves and stem
D) Flower
  • 18. What is a good way to store harvested parsnips?
A) In a cool, dark, and humid place
B) Uncovered in the refrigerator
C) In a dry, warm place
D) At room temperature in sunlight
  • 19. Are parsnips typically grown as annuals or biennials?
A) Perennials
B) Biennials
C) Annuals
D) Depends on the climate
  • 20. Compared to carrots, how long do parsnips typically take to mature?
A) Longer
B) Depends on the variety
C) Shorter
D) The same amount of time
  • 21. What vitamin is parsnips a good source of?
A) Vitamin D
B) Vitamin B12
C) Vitamin A
D) Vitamin C
  • 22. What element in soil is important for good parsnip growth?
A) Nitrogen (too much can cause hairy roots)
B) Phosphorus
C) Iron
D) Calcium
  • 23. How deep should parsnip seeds be planted?
A) 2 inches
B) 1 inch
C) 1/2 inch
D) 3 inches
  • 24. What is the ideal pH range for parsnip soil?
A) 8.5-9.5
B) 6.0-7.0
C) 4.0-5.0
D) 7.5-8.5
  • 25. What is a common culinary use for parsnips?
A) Used as a coffee substitute
B) Roasted as a side dish
C) Eaten raw as a snack
D) Used to make tea
  • 26. What is 'Parsnip canker'?
A) A fungal disease
B) A type of insect infestation
C) A type of soil
D) A nutrient deficiency
  • 27. When do parsnip seeds lose their viability quickly?
A) After one year
B) They don't lose viability
C) After ten years
D) After five years
  • 28. What is the ideal spacing between parsnip plants?
A) 12 inches
B) 3-4 inches
C) 2 feet
D) 1 inch
  • 29. What makes parsnips a good companion plant?
A) Fixes nitrogen in the soil
B) Provides shade for other plants
C) Repels all pests
D) Attracts beneficial insects
  • 30. What is a sign that a parsnip is starting to bolt (flower prematurely)?
A) Root turning orange
B) Leaf wilting
C) Rapid stem elongation
D) Root swelling
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