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