How to Cultivate Canistel Fruits
  • 1. What is the scientific name of the Canistel fruit?
A) Annona squamosa
B) Citrus aurantium
C) Mangifera indica
D) Pouteria campechiana
  • 2. Canistel trees thrive best in which climate?
A) Temperate
B) Tropical and subtropical
C) Arctic
D) Arid
  • 3. What type of soil is most suitable for Canistel cultivation?
A) Well-drained soil
B) Clay-rich soil
C) Salty soil
D) Waterlogged soil
  • 4. How are Canistel trees commonly propagated?
A) Air layering
B) Layering
C) Grafting
D) Direct seeding
  • 5. What is the ideal pH range for Canistel soil?
A) 8.0 - 9.0
B) 6.0 - 7.5
C) 4.0 - 5.5
D) 9.5 - 10.5
  • 6. How often should young Canistel trees be watered?
A) Very sparingly
B) Not at all after planting
C) Only during the rainy season
D) Regularly, especially during dry periods
  • 7. What fertilizer is typically used for Canistel trees during the growing season?
A) Balanced fertilizer (e.g., 10-10-10)
B) High phosphorus fertilizer
C) High nitrogen fertilizer
D) High potassium fertilizer
  • 8. How long does it generally take for a grafted Canistel tree to bear fruit?
A) 6-8 years
B) 9-10 years
C) 3-5 years
D) 1-2 years
  • 9. What pest commonly affects Canistel trees?
A) Fruit flies
B) Mealybugs
C) Aphids
D) Spider mites
  • 10. What disease can affect Canistel trees?
A) Anthracnose
B) Powdery mildew
C) Black spot
D) Rust
  • 11. How can fruit fly damage be prevented in Canistel fruits?
A) Applying excessive fertilizer
B) Using fruit fly traps
C) Ignoring the problem
D) Overwatering the trees
  • 12. What is the best time of year to prune Canistel trees?
A) After harvest
B) During fruiting
C) Any time of the year
D) During flowering
  • 13. Why is pruning important for Canistel trees?
A) To increase pest infestations
B) To reduce fruit yield
C) To improve air circulation and sunlight penetration
D) To make the tree taller
  • 14. What indicates that a Canistel fruit is ripe?
A) Presence of cracks on the skin
B) Small size of the fruit
C) Hard fruit with a green color
D) Softening of the fruit and a change in color
  • 15. How should ripe Canistel fruits be harvested?
A) Cutting them with a knife
B) By shaking the tree
C) Gently by hand
D) Using a ladder and pulling them forcefully
  • 16. What is the typical shelf life of a ripe Canistel fruit?
A) Several months
B) Several weeks
C) A few days
D) A year
  • 17. What is a common use for Canistel fruit?
A) Manufacturing paper
B) Building houses
C) Making fuel
D) Eating fresh
  • 18. What nutrient is Canistel fruit a good source of?
A) Saturated fat
B) Carotenoids
C) Cholesterol
D) Vitamin B12
  • 19. Why is proper drainage important for Canistel trees?
A) To promote weed growth
B) To slow down growth
C) To prevent root rot
D) To attract pests
  • 20. What does 'scarification' refer to when talking about seeds?
A) Planting seeds very deep.
B) Covering seeds in insecticide.
C) Soaking seeds in fertilizer.
D) A process to weaken the seed coat to promote germination.
  • 21. How should you prepare the planting hole for a Canistel tree?
A) Make it the same size as the root ball.
B) Only dig a shallow hole.
C) Make it twice as wide as the root ball.
D) Make it smaller than the root ball.
  • 22. What does 'girdling' refer to in Canistel trees?
A) Removing a ring of bark around the trunk, which is harmful.
B) A pruning technique to promote fruit production.
C) A type of fertilizer application.
D) A method of pest control.
  • 23. What is a sign of over-fertilization in Canistel trees?
A) Leaf burn or scorching.
B) Increased fruit production.
C) Rapid growth.
D) Dark green leaves.
  • 24. How can you protect Canistel trees from strong winds?
A) Overwater the tree.
B) Apply excessive fertilizer.
C) Remove all the leaves.
D) Plant windbreaks.
  • 25. What is the role of pollinators in Canistel fruit production?
A) To protect the fruit from pests.
B) To provide nutrients to the tree.
C) To help with water absorption.
D) To transfer pollen for fertilization.
  • 26. What is the purpose of mulching around Canistel trees?
A) To increase soil temperature.
B) To attract pests.
C) To retain moisture and suppress weeds.
D) To prevent root growth.
  • 27. What is the best way to store Canistel fruit after harvest?
A) At room temperature.
B) In the refrigerator.
C) In direct sunlight.
D) In the freezer.
  • 28. What benefit does cover cropping provide to Canistel orchards?
A) Depletes soil nutrients.
B) Improves soil health and nutrient cycling.
C) Prevents water infiltration.
D) Increases pest populations.
  • 29. What is a common symptom of iron deficiency in Canistel trees?
A) Chlorosis (yellowing) of leaves.
B) Dark green leaves.
C) Rapid growth.
D) Excessive fruit production.
  • 30. What is the purpose of hardening off Canistel seedlings before transplanting?
A) To make them more susceptible to pests.
B) To acclimate them to outdoor conditions.
C) To dry them out.
D) To stunt their growth.
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