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How to Grow Taro Roots
Contributed by: Swan
  • 1. What is the primary method of propagating taro?
A) Root Division
B) Seeds
C) Corms and Suckers
D) Leaf Cuttings
  • 2. What type of climate is best suited for taro cultivation?
A) Temperate, Dry
B) Cool, Mountainous
C) Cold, Arid
D) Warm, Humid
  • 3. What is the ideal soil pH for taro?
A) 8.5-9.5
B) 5.5-6.5
C) 4.0-5.0
D) 7.0-8.0
  • 4. How much sunlight does taro require?
A) Full Shade
B) Partial Shade to Full Sun
C) Only Artificial Light
D) Minimal Sunlight
  • 5. What is the most crucial factor for successful taro growth?
A) Fertilizer Application
B) Air Circulation
C) Consistent Moisture
D) Soil Type
  • 6. What is a common pest that affects taro?
A) Aphids
B) Earthworms
C) Ladybugs
D) Bees
  • 7. Which nutrient is particularly important for taro root development?
A) Phosphorus
B) Nitrogen
C) Potassium
D) Calcium
  • 8. How deep should corms be planted?
A) Just below the surface
B) 2-3 inches
C) 10-12 inches
D) 6-8 inches
  • 9. What is a sign of overwatering taro?
A) Strong Root System
B) Dark Green Leaves
C) Yellowing Leaves
D) Rapid Growth
  • 10. What is the typical harvest time for taro?
A) 1-2 Months
B) 3-4 Months
C) 18-24 Months
D) 6-12 Months
  • 11. What does 'kalo' mean?
A) Sweet Potato
B) Potato
C) Yam
D) Taro
  • 12. Where is taro believed to have originated?
A) Southeast Asia
B) Africa
C) South America
D) North America
  • 13. What is the name of the smaller taro plantlets that grow from the main corm?
A) Seedlings
B) Stems
C) Roots
D) Suckers
  • 14. Which type of soil is generally NOT suitable for taro?
A) Sandy Soil
B) Loamy Soil
C) Silty Soil
D) Clay Soil
  • 15. What is the purpose of hilling the soil around taro plants?
A) Provides Shade
B) Prevents Weed Growth
C) Encourages Corm Development
D) Attracts Beneficial Insects
  • 16. What is a common disease that affects taro?
A) Black Spot
B) Powdery Mildew
C) Root Rot
D) Taro Leaf Blight
  • 17. What should you do to prepare corms for planting?
A) Freeze them
B) Allow them to callous over
C) Sand them
D) Soak them in bleach
  • 18. What is an important consideration when selecting a location for planting taro?
A) Proximity to Roads
B) Amount of Wind
C) Elevation
D) Accessibility to Water
  • 19. What is one way to improve drainage in the soil before planting taro?
A) Add Organic Matter
B) Remove all Nutrients
C) Compact the Soil
D) Add Clay
  • 20. What is one sign of a healthy taro plant?
A) Stunted Growth
B) Brown Spots
C) Vigorous Leaf Growth
D) Curled Leaves
  • 21. What is 'poi'?
A) Fried taro chips
B) Taro flour
C) Pounded taro root
D) Cooked taro leaves
  • 22. What should you do with the suckers that grow from the main taro plant?
A) Graft them to other plants
B) Leave them attached
C) Cut them off and discard them
D) Separate and replant them
  • 23. What type of fertilizer is generally recommended for taro?
A) Balanced NPK fertilizer
B) High calcium fertilizer
C) High nitrogen fertilizer
D) High phosphorus fertilizer
  • 24. How often should you fertilize taro plants?
A) Every few weeks
B) Never
C) Once a year
D) Every day
  • 25. What is the best time of year to plant taro in most regions?
A) Early Spring
B) Mid Summer
C) Mid Winter
D) Late Autumn
  • 26. Which planting method is commonly used in wetland conditions?
A) Container gardening
B) Dryland farming
C) Terrace farming
D) Paddy cultivation
  • 27. What part of the taro plant is primarily consumed?
A) Stem
B) Leaves
C) Corm
D) Roots
  • 28. Why is it important to cook taro thoroughly?
A) To improve the taste
B) To remove calcium oxalate crystals
C) To kill bacteria
D) To make it easier to digest
  • 29. What tool is useful for harvesting taro?
A) Pruning shears
B) Hedge Trimmer
C) Spade
D) Lawnmower
  • 30. What is one way to protect taro from frost?
A) Cover plants with burlap
B) Apply fertilizer
C) Water more frequently
D) Prune the plants
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