How to Identify and Classify Caimitos - Test
  • 1. What is the scientific name for Caimito?
A) Chrysophyllum cainito
B) Malus domestica
C) Citrus sinensis
D) Mangifera indica
  • 2. What is the most common skin color of a mature Caimito fruit?
A) Red
B) Yellow
C) Green
D) Purple
  • 3. What is a less common, but still valid, skin color of a mature Caimito fruit?
A) Pink
B) Green
C) Orange
D) Blue
  • 4. What does the star-shaped pattern inside a cut Caimito represent?
A) The arrangement of the seeds
B) A sign of ripeness
C) A magical symbol
D) The level of sweetness
  • 5. Caimito trees are typically found in what type of climate?
A) Arctic
B) Temperate
C) Tropical
D) Desert
  • 6. To what plant family does the Caimito belong?
A) Rutaceae
B) Solanaceae
C) Sapotaceae
D) Rosaceae
  • 7. Which part of the Caimito fruit is edible?
A) The seeds only
B) The pulp surrounding the seeds
C) The skin only
D) The skin and seeds
  • 8. What is the texture of ripe Caimito fruit pulp?
A) Hard and crunchy
B) Grainy and dry
C) Smooth and creamy
D) Watery and tart
  • 9. The leaves of the Caimito tree are known for what unique feature?
A) Silver spots
B) Red edges
C) Golden underside
D) Blue veins
  • 10. How are Caimitos typically propagated?
A) Grafting
B) Division
C) Air layering
D) Direct sowing
  • 11. What is a common culinary use for Caimito?
A) Used to make tea
B) Used to make furniture
C) Eaten fresh
D) Used as a spice
  • 12. What is the shape of a typical Caimito fruit?
A) Elongated
B) Oval
C) Pear-shaped
D) Round
  • 13. What is the growth habit of a Caimito tree?
A) Coniferous
B) Deciduous
C) Evergreen
D) Herbaceous
  • 14. What part of the world is Caimito native to?
A) Africa
B) Southeast Asia
C) Europe
D) The Caribbean
  • 15. What is the main characteristic that differentiates green and purple Caimitos besides the skin color?
A) Tree size
B) Taste and texture variations
C) Seed count
D) Leaf shape
  • 16. How do you tell when a Caimito is ripe based on touch?
A) Slightly soft to the touch
B) Extremely soft and mushy
C) Rough texture
D) Completely hard
  • 17. What is a common pest that affects Caimito trees?
A) Earthworms
B) Bees
C) Ladybugs
D) Fruit flies
  • 18. What type of flower does the Caimito tree produce?
A) Small, inconspicuous flowers
B) Scentless flowers
C) Flowers only bloom at night
D) Large, showy flowers
  • 19. What is the nutritional value that Caimito is most known for?
A) Vitamin C
B) Calcium
C) Iron
D) Vitamin D
  • 20. How many seeds are typically found inside a Caimito fruit?
A) 1-8
B) 50+
C) None
D) 10-20
  • 21. What is a synonym for Caimito?
A) Sugar Apple
B) Star Apple
C) Custard Apple
D) Rose Apple
  • 22. Caimito trees are best grown in what type of soil?
A) Well-drained soil
B) Clay soil
C) Sandy soil
D) Rocky soil
  • 23. What is the approximate height a mature Caimito tree can reach?
A) 10-30 meters
B) Less than 1 meter
C) 1-2 meters
D) 50+ meters
  • 24. What is a characteristic feature of the Caimito seed?
A) Red and sticky
B) Hard and black
C) Green and spongy
D) Soft and white
  • 25. Which of these climates is least suitable for growing Caimito?
A) Warm, subtropical climates
B) Coastal climates
C) Humid, tropical climates
D) Cold, temperate climates
  • 26. What is the primary mode of dispersal of Caimito seeds in nature?
A) Wind
B) Explosion
C) Animals
D) Water
  • 27. A fully mature Caimito fruit will often:
A) Release a strong odor
B) Change color drastically
C) Fall from the tree
D) Remain attached to the tree indefinitely
  • 28. What is the typical fruiting season for Caimito trees?
A) Varies by region
B) Spring only
C) Year-round
D) Winter only
  • 29. What is the flavor profile of a ripe Caimito?
A) Sweet and mild
B) Bitter and astringent
C) Spicy and pungent
D) Sour and tangy
  • 30. What other parts of the Caimito tree, besides the fruit, might have traditional uses?
A) Flowers only
B) Leaves and bark
C) Roots only
D) None
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