How to Cultivate Dragon Fruits - Quiz
  • 1. What type of climate is best for dragon fruit cultivation?
A) Tropical or subtropical
B) Temperate
C) Desert
D) Arctic
  • 2. Dragon fruit is a member of which plant family?
A) Cactus
B) Orchid
C) Citrus
D) Rose
  • 3. What is the ideal pH range for dragon fruit soil?
A) 6.0-7.0
B) 9.0-10.0
C) 8.0-9.0
D) 4.0-5.0
  • 4. How are dragon fruit plants typically propagated?
A) Air layering
B) Stem cuttings
C) Seeds
D) Root division
  • 5. What is the primary purpose of a support structure for dragon fruit?
A) To attract pollinators
B) To protect from sun
C) To support the plant's weight and growth
D) To provide nutrients
  • 6. How often should dragon fruit plants be watered?
A) Only during fruiting
B) Regularly, but avoid waterlogging
C) Only during flowering
D) Never
  • 7. What type of fertilizer is beneficial for dragon fruit?
A) Balanced NPK fertilizer
B) High potassium fertilizer only
C) High phosphorus fertilizer only
D) High nitrogen fertilizer only
  • 8. When do dragon fruit plants typically begin to produce fruit after planting?
A) 3-5 years
B) 10+ years
C) 1-2 months
D) 6-12 months
  • 9. What is the typical flowering time for dragon fruit?
A) Night
B) Afternoon
C) Morning
D) All day
  • 10. Which pollinator is most important for dragon fruit?
A) Birds
B) Bats and moths
C) Bees
D) Butterflies
  • 11. What is the ideal temperature range for dragon fruit growth?
A) 0-10°F (-18 - -12°C)
B) 90-100°F (32-38°C)
C) 32-40°F (0-4°C)
D) 65-80°F (18-27°C)
  • 12. How much sunlight do dragon fruit plants need?
A) Full shade
B) 6-8 hours of sunlight
C) 2-3 hours of sunlight
D) Indirect sunlight only
  • 13. What is a common sign of overwatering in dragon fruit plants?
A) Increased flowering
B) Faster growth
C) Root rot
D) Leaf curling
  • 14. What pests commonly affect dragon fruit plants?
A) Aphids and scales
B) Earthworms
C) Ladybugs
D) Bees
  • 15. What is the best way to protect dragon fruit from frost?
A) Prune aggressively
B) Cover the plants
C) Water heavily
D) Fertilize heavily
  • 16. What color are the flowers of most dragon fruit varieties?
A) Purple
B) Red
C) White
D) Yellow
  • 17. How can you tell when a dragon fruit is ripe?
A) Skin is still green
B) Fruit is very hard
C) Skin turns bright and the 'wings' start to dry
D) Fruit falls off the plant easily
  • 18. What is the shelf life of dragon fruit after harvesting?
A) 1-2 days
B) Several weeks when refrigerated
C) 1 month at room temperature
D) 1 year in the freezer
  • 19. What is 'self-pollination' in the context of dragon fruit?
A) Pollination between different plants
B) Pollination by water
C) Pollination within the same flower
D) Pollination by wind
  • 20. What can be done to improve fruit set in self-incompatible varieties?
A) Adding more fertilizer
B) Pruning harder
C) Hand pollination
D) Watering more frequently
  • 21. What is the term for removing unwanted shoots or branches from dragon fruit?
A) Thinning
B) Pruning
C) Weeding
D) Grafting
  • 22. Why is proper drainage important for dragon fruit?
A) To reduce humidity
B) To increase nutrient absorption
C) To attract pollinators
D) To prevent root rot
  • 23. Which of these is a common disease affecting dragon fruit?
A) Powdery mildew
B) Stem rot
C) Black spot
D) Leaf rust
  • 24. What type of soil is best for growing dragon fruit?
A) Pure sand
B) Well-draining, slightly sandy loam
C) Waterlogged soil
D) Heavy clay soil
  • 25. How should dragon fruit stem cuttings be prepared for planting?
A) Allow the cut end to callus over for several days
B) Cover with fertilizer
C) Plant immediately after cutting
D) Soak in water for several days
  • 26. Which element is most important for fruit development in dragon fruit?
A) Phosphorus
B) Nitrogen
C) Calcium
D) Potassium
  • 27. What is a benefit of using organic mulch around dragon fruit plants?
A) Attracts pests
B) Depletes soil nutrients
C) Increases soil temperature excessively
D) Helps retain moisture and suppress weeds
  • 28. What is the best time of year to plant dragon fruit cuttings?
A) Summer
B) Winter
C) Spring
D) Autumn
  • 29. What is the function of the 'wings' on a dragon fruit?
A) Hold water
B) Attract pollinators
C) Protect from pests
D) Help with photosynthesis
  • 30. What is the benefit of intercropping with dragon fruit?
A) Reduced yields
B) Slower growth of dragon fruit
C) Improved soil health and pest control
D) Increased water demand
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