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