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How to Cultivate Santol Fruits
Contributed by: Webster
  • 1. What is the scientific name of Santol?
A) Mangifera indica
B) Sandoricum koetjape
C) Lansium domesticum
D) Durio zibethinus
  • 2. What type of climate is best for growing Santol?
A) Arid
B) Tropical
C) Temperate
D) Alpine
  • 3. What is the ideal soil pH for Santol trees?
A) 6.0-7.0
B) 4.0-5.0
C) 7.5-8.5
D) 8.5-9.5
  • 4. How are Santol trees typically propagated?
A) Cutting only
B) Seed or Grafting
C) Division only
D) Air layering only
  • 5. What is the recommended spacing between Santol trees?
A) 4-5 meters
B) 2-3 meters
C) 1-2 meters
D) 8-10 meters
  • 6. What type of fertilizer is generally recommended for young Santol trees?
A) Phosphorus-rich
B) Nitrogen-rich
C) Calcium-rich
D) Potassium-rich
  • 7. How often should Santol trees be watered?
A) Waterlogged conditions are preferred
B) Once a month
C) Regularly, especially during dry periods
D) Only during the rainy season
  • 8. What is the primary purpose of pruning Santol trees?
A) To stop fruit production
B) To shape the tree and improve air circulation
C) To prevent flowering
D) To increase shade
  • 9. What is a common pest that affects Santol trees?
A) Earthworms
B) Bees
C) Fruit flies
D) Ladybugs
  • 10. What is a common disease that affects Santol trees?
A) Powdery mildew
B) Anthracnose
C) Rust
D) Black spot
  • 11. When do Santol trees typically begin to bear fruit?
A) 1-2 years after planting
B) 10-12 years after planting
C) 5-7 years after planting
D) Immediately after planting
  • 12. What color does Santol fruit typically turn when ripe?
A) Yellow to orange
B) Green
C) Blue
D) Red
  • 13. How is Santol fruit typically harvested?
A) By shaking the tree
B) By waiting for it to fall
C) By cutting the branches
D) By hand, using a ladder or pole
  • 14. What is the edible part of the Santol fruit?
A) The outer skin
B) The tree bark
C) The fleshy aril surrounding the seeds
D) The seeds
  • 15. What is a common use of Santol fruit?
A) Eaten fresh or made into jams and preserves
B) Used as fuel
C) Used as a building material
D) Used as fertilizer
  • 16. What benefit does mulching provide for Santol trees?
A) Provides no benefit
B) Increases soil temperature drastically
C) Attracts pests
D) Conserves moisture and suppresses weeds
  • 17. Why is grafting a preferred method of propagation over seeds sometimes?
A) Grafting is cheaper.
B) Ensures desired fruit quality and faster fruiting.
C) Seeds are not viable.
D) Grafting requires less skill.
  • 18. What is the purpose of thinning Santol fruits?
A) To increase the number of fruits.
B) To speed up the ripening process.
C) To prevent the tree from growing too tall.
D) To improve fruit size and quality.
  • 19. What is the importance of good drainage for Santol trees?
A) Prevents root rot.
B) Encourages deeper root penetration.
C) Increases fruit sweetness.
D) Promotes faster growth.
  • 20. What is the best time of year to plant Santol trees?
A) Anytime of year
B) Beginning of the rainy season
C) Middle of the dry season
D) End of the dry season
  • 21. What is the effect of too much nitrogen fertilizer on Santol trees?
A) Earlier fruiting
B) Increased fruit sweetness
C) Stronger root system
D) Excessive vegetative growth at the expense of fruiting
  • 22. How does proper air circulation benefit Santol trees?
A) Accelerates ripening
B) Increases fruit size
C) Reduces the risk of fungal diseases
D) Attracts pollinators
  • 23. Which of these is NOT a common method of pest control for Santol trees?
A) Introducing beneficial nematodes to the soil
B) Spraying with neem oil
C) Using insecticidal soap
D) Setting up fruit fly traps
  • 24. What does 'hardening off' seedlings refer to?
A) Pruning the roots of the seedlings
B) Exposing the seedlings to freezing temperatures
C) Gradually acclimating seedlings to outdoor conditions
D) Adding fertilizer to the seedlings
  • 25. What is the purpose of adding organic matter to the soil when planting Santol?
A) Prevents root growth
B) Improves soil structure, drainage, and nutrient content
C) Reduces soil temperature
D) Increases soil acidity
  • 26. What is the ideal height for a Santol tree for easy harvesting?
A) No height limit matters
B) Manageable height through pruning
C) As tall as possible
D) Under 1 meter
  • 27. Which vitamin is Santol fruit a good source of?
A) Vitamin D
B) Vitamin A
C) Vitamin B12
D) Vitamin C
  • 28. How does protecting young Santol trees from strong winds benefit them?
A) Prevents damage to branches and leaves
B) Attracts pollinators
C) Increases fruit production
D) Accelerates growth rate
  • 29. What tool is most useful for reaching high branches to harvest fruit?
A) Axe
B) Wheelbarrow
C) Shovel
D) Fruit picker with a long pole
  • 30. What post harvest process ensures uniform ripening of Santol fruits?
A) Ethylene treatment
B) Water submersion
C) Sun drying
D) Refrigeration
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