How to Cultivate Star Apples
  • 1. What is the scientific name of the star apple?
A) Mangifera indica
B) Citrus sinensis
C) Malus domestica
D) Chrysophyllum cainito
  • 2. What climate is best suited for growing star apples?
A) Tropical and subtropical
B) Temperate
C) Arctic
D) Desert
  • 3. What is the ideal soil pH for star apple trees?
A) 8.0-9.0
B) 4.0-5.0
C) 6.0-7.5
D) 9.5-10.5
  • 4. How much sunlight do star apple trees need?
A) Full shade
B) Dappled sunlight
C) Partial shade
D) Full sun
  • 5. What is a common method of propagating star apple trees?
A) Air layering only
B) Seed propagation only
C) Grafting
D) Division
  • 6. How often should young star apple trees be watered?
A) Once a month
B) Daily, regardless of soil moisture
C) Regularly, keeping the soil moist
D) Only when the soil is completely dry
  • 7. What type of fertilizer is generally recommended for star apple trees?
A) High potassium fertilizer
B) Balanced fertilizer
C) High nitrogen fertilizer
D) High phosphorus fertilizer
  • 8. When is the best time to prune star apple trees?
A) During flowering
B) Anytime
C) During fruiting
D) After harvest
  • 9. What is a common pest that affects star apple trees?
A) Earthworms
B) Scale insects
C) Ladybugs
D) Praying mantis
  • 10. What is a common disease that affects star apple trees?
A) Black spot
B) Powdery mildew
C) Rust
D) Anthracnose
  • 11. How long does it typically take for a grafted star apple tree to bear fruit?
A) 1-2 years
B) 10+ years
C) 3-5 years
D) 6-8 years
  • 12. What is the best way to harvest star apples?
A) By shaking the tree
B) By hand, when the fruit changes color and is slightly soft
C) By waiting for the fruit to fall to the ground
D) By cutting the fruit off with shears
  • 13. What color are the leaves of a star apple tree typically?
A) Red
B) Yellow
C) Green and bronze
D) Blue
  • 14. What is a characteristic feature of star apple fruit when cut in half?
A) Square pattern
B) Star-shaped pattern
C) Circular pattern
D) No discernible pattern
  • 15. How should star apples be stored after harvest?
A) In a freezer
B) In a humid environment
C) At room temperature or in the refrigerator
D) In direct sunlight
  • 16. What is a benefit of growing star apple trees?
A) Repels all insects
B) Grows extremely quickly
C) Attractive ornamental tree
D) Requires no maintenance
  • 17. What type of soil drainage is preferred for star apple trees?
A) Constantly soggy
B) Extremely dry
C) Well-drained
D) Poorly drained
  • 18. What type of root system do star apple trees have?
A) Deep and extensive
B) Taproot only
C) Fibrous
D) Shallow
  • 19. Why is proper spacing important when planting star apple trees?
A) To allow for adequate sunlight and air circulation
B) To encourage root competition
C) To limit fruit production
D) To make harvesting easier
  • 20. What is the role of mulching around star apple trees?
A) To retain moisture and suppress weeds
B) To compact the soil
C) To reflect sunlight away from the tree
D) To attract pests
  • 21. What does 'thinning' fruit refer to?
A) Pruning branches to reduce fruit production
B) Protecting the fruit from pests
C) Removing some fruits to improve the size and quality of the remaining ones
D) Adding fertilizer to promote fruit growth
  • 22. Which of the following is NOT a common use of star apples?
A) Juice
B) Making desserts
C) Making paper
D) Eating fresh
  • 23. What does 'hardening off' refer to in plant cultivation?
A) Applying fertilizer to harden the stems
B) Spraying plants with pesticides to protect them from pests
C) Pruning the roots to prevent them from growing too quickly
D) Gradually exposing young plants to outdoor conditions
  • 24. What type of fertilizer is best to use after transplanting?
A) A fertilizer rich in phosphorus and potassium
B) Low-nitrogen fertilizer to promote root growth
C) Any fertilizer is fine.
D) High-nitrogen fertilizer to promote leafy growth
  • 25. What is the purpose of staking a young star apple tree?
A) To prevent it from growing too tall
B) To force it to grow in a specific direction
C) To attract pollinators
D) To provide support and protect it from wind damage
  • 26. How do you encourage branching?
A) Water frequently
B) Do not prune
C) Pinch the tip of new stems
D) Apply a lot of nitrogen
  • 27. What is an indicator that a star apple is ripe?
A) The fruit has a strong, sweet smell
B) The fruit falls off the tree on its own
C) The fruit is still hard and green
D) The fruit changes color and becomes slightly soft to the touch
  • 28. Why is it important to remove any weeds around the base of a star apple tree?
A) To attract beneficial insects
B) To improve the appearance of the tree
C) To reduce competition for nutrients and water
D) To increase soil temperature
  • 29. What should you do if you notice signs of a pest infestation on your star apple tree?
A) Immediately cut down the tree to prevent the pests from spreading
B) Ignore the problem and hope it goes away on its own
C) Apply a strong chemical pesticide without identifying the pest
D) Identify the pest and apply an appropriate treatment, such as insecticidal soap
  • 30. What causes the star apple to have a slightly astringent taste?
A) The specific rootstock
B) Lack of water
C) High sugar content
D) Tannins in the skin and flesh
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