How to Identify and Classify Kohlrabis
  • 1. What family does kohlrabi belong to?
A) Solanaceae
B) Poaceae
C) Cucurbitaceae
D) Brassicaceae
  • 2. What part of the plant is the edible portion of kohlrabi?
A) Leaves
B) Swollen stem
C) Root
D) Fruit
  • 3. What are the two most common kohlrabi colors?
A) Green and Purple
B) Orange and White
C) Red and Yellow
D) Black and Brown
  • 4. A kohlrabi bulb is considered overgrown and less palatable when it exceeds what diameter?
A) 1 inch
B) 6 inches
C) 3 inches
D) 9 inches
  • 5. What is the texture of kohlrabi's flesh typically described as?
A) Grainy and bland
B) Crisp and slightly sweet
C) Mushy and bitter
D) Fibrous and sour
  • 6. Which growing condition can lead to woody kohlrabi?
A) Too much shade
B) Insufficient water
C) Overcrowding
D) Excessive fertilization
  • 7. What leaf characteristic is often associated with kohlrabi varieties?
A) Spiny edges
B) Waxy bloom
C) Pungent smell
D) Hairy surface
  • 8. Which of the following is NOT a common use for kohlrabi?
A) Fuel
B) Stir-fries
C) Salads
D) Soups
  • 9. What is a common pest that affects kohlrabi?
A) Nematodes
B) Aphids
C) Spider mites
D) Cabbage worms
  • 10. Which nutrient is kohlrabi particularly rich in?
A) Vitamin D
B) Vitamin A
C) Vitamin C
D) Vitamin B12
  • 11. What shape is the kohlrabi bulb typically?
A) Cone-shaped
B) Cylindrical
C) Elongated
D) Spherical
  • 12. The flavor of kohlrabi is often compared to which other vegetable?
A) Beet
B) Carrot
C) Potato
D) Turnip
  • 13. Which climate is best suited for growing kohlrabi?
A) Mediterranean
B) Tropical
C) Cool
D) Desert
  • 14. When should kohlrabi be harvested?
A) After the first frost
B) When bulb reaches desired size
C) When flowers appear
D) When leaves turn yellow
  • 15. What does 'kohlrabi' literally translate to?
A) Cabbage turnip
B) Green globe
C) Sweet stem
D) Root vegetable
  • 16. Which of the following is a common kohlrabi variety?
A) Black Beauty
B) Early White Vienna
C) Crimson King
D) Golden Delicious
  • 17. How does nitrogen deficiency manifest in kohlrabi?
A) Bulb cracking
B) Stunted growth and yellowing leaves
C) Excessive leaf production
D) Dark spots on the bulb
  • 18. What soil pH range is ideal for kohlrabi?
A) 6.0-6.8
B) 4.5-5.5
C) 7.5-8.5
D) 8.5-9.5
  • 19. What type of fertilizer is generally recommended for kohlrabi?
A) High phosphorus fertilizer
B) Balanced fertilizer
C) High nitrogen fertilizer
D) High potassium fertilizer
  • 20. What is 'bolting' in kohlrabi?
A) Root rot
B) Bulb splitting
C) Premature flowering
D) Leaf curl
  • 21. Which part of the kohlrabi plant can be cooked similarly to collard greens?
A) Leaves
B) Stem
C) Root
D) Flower
  • 22. How should you store harvested kohlrabi?
A) In direct sunlight
B) In the freezer
C) At room temperature
D) In the refrigerator
  • 23. Which cooking method best preserves kohlrabi's nutrients?
A) Boiling
B) Steaming
C) Baking
D) Frying
  • 24. What is the primary cause of kohlrabi splitting?
A) Excessive sunlight
B) Lack of fertilization
C) Poor soil drainage
D) Inconsistent watering
  • 25. What companion plant is beneficial to kohlrabi?
A) Potatoes
B) Rosemary
C) Fennel
D) Marigolds
  • 26. What is the typical spacing between kohlrabi plants?
A) 6-9 inches
B) 1-2 inches
C) 12-18 inches
D) 24-36 inches
  • 27. Why are kohlrabi seedlings susceptible to flea beetles?
A) Exposure to wind
B) The plant's scent
C) Soil moisture
D) Their small size
  • 28. What is the effect of boron deficiency on kohlrabi?
A) Root swelling
B) Hollow stem
C) Leaf spot
D) Flower drop
  • 29. What is a common way to prepare kohlrabi for eating raw?
A) Boiling whole
B) Deep frying
C) Peeling and slicing
D) Grilling
  • 30. Which part of the world is kohlrabi believed to have originated from?
A) South America
B) Asia
C) Africa
D) Europe
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