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