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