How to Identify and Classify Jicamas

1. What plant family does the jicama belong to?

A) Brassicaceae (Mustard family)
B) Solanaceae (Nightshade family)
C) Cucurbitaceae (Gourd family)
D) Fabaceae (Legume family)

2. Which part of the jicama plant is typically consumed?

A) The root (tuber)
B) The leaves
C) The stem
D) The seeds

3. What is the typical skin color of a jicama root?

A) Light brown or tan
B) Deep purple
C) Bright red
D) Dark green

4. What is the typical flesh color of a jicama root?

A) Blue
B) Orange
C) Green
D) White or creamy white

5. What is the texture of raw jicama often described as?

A) Soft and mushy
B) Oily and smooth
C) Crisp and juicy
D) Dry and crumbly

6. How does the taste of jicama generally compare to other root vegetables?

A) Earthy and strong
B) Very sour
C) Bitter and pungent
D) Mild and slightly sweet

7. Are jicama seeds edible?

A) Yes, but only when cooked.
B) Yes, they are a good source of protein.
C) Yes, but only in small quantities.
D) No, they are toxic.

8. Which continent is jicama believed to have originated from?

A) Africa
B) Europe
C) Asia
D) North and Central America

9. What is the scientific name for jicama?

A) Pachyrhizus erosus
B) Beta vulgaris
C) Daucus carota
D) Solanum tuberosum

10. What is the typical shape of a jicama root?

A) Irregular and bumpy
B) Pointed and conical
C) Long and cylindrical
D) Round and slightly flattened

11. What climate is best for growing jicama?

A) Cold climate
B) Desert climate
C) Warm climate
D) Arctic climate

12. What soil type is preferable for growing jicama?

A) Well-draining soil
B) Clay-heavy soil
C) Waterlogged soil
D) Sandy soil

13. How can you tell if a jicama is fresh?

A) Moldy
B) Soft and with bruises
C) Wrinkled and dry
D) Firm and without blemishes

14. How are jicamas usually propagated?

A) Via grafting
B) From leaf cuttings
C) From seeds or root cuttings
D) From stem cuttings

15. What is the primary nutrient found in jicama?

A) Fiber
B) Sugar
C) Protein
D) Fat

16. What is the best way to store a jicama?

A) Direct sunlight
B) Freezer
C) Cool, dark place
D) In water

17. What is one common pest of jicama plants?

A) Earthworms
B) Ladybugs
C) Aphids
D) Bees

18. What is a common dish that uses jicama?

A) Salads
B) Pasta
C) Bread
D) Soup

19. What type of growth habit does jicama have?

A) Tree
B) Shrub
C) Bush
D) Vine

20. Which country is a major producer of jicama?

A) Brazil
B) Canada
C) Mexico
D) Russia

21. What is another name for jicama?

A) Beet
B) Yam bean
C) Potato
D) Carrot

22. What does the term 'erosus' in 'Pachyrhizus erosus' refer to?

A) Sweetness of the flesh
B) Irregular or toothed edge (referring to the leaves)
C) Size of the root
D) Color of the flower

23. What is the ideal pH range for jicama soil?

A) 6.0 to 7.5
B) 9.5 to 10.5
C) 8.0 to 9.0
D) 4.0 to 5.0

24. How long does it typically take for jicama to mature after planting?

A) 4-9 months
B) 1-2 years
C) 1-2 months
D) 10-12 months

25. Which mineral is jicama a good source of?

A) Potassium
B) Calcium
C) Zinc
D) Iron

26. What is the shape of jicama leaves?

A) Palmate
B) Needle-like
C) Simple and oval
D) Trifoliate (three leaflets)

27. Which of these is NOT a common culinary use for jicama?

A) Crudités
B) Jam
C) Pickling
D) Stir-fry

28. What type of flowers does jicama produce?

A) Rose-like flowers
B) Daisy-like flowers
C) Bell-shaped flowers
D) Pea-like flowers

29. Why should the above ground parts of jicama not be eaten?

A) They contain rotenone
B) They are too fibrous
C) They are tasteless
D) They are poisonous to animals only

30. Which of the following is a benefit of eating jicama?

A) Causes dehydration
B) Increases blood pressure
C) Increases sugar levels
D) Promotes gut health

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