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How to Identify and Classify Finger Limes
Contributed by: Woolley
  • 1. What is the defining characteristic of finger limes?
A) Lack of acidity
B) Thick, fuzzy rind
C) Smooth, round shape
D) Vesicular pulp (citrus caviar)
  • 2. Finger limes are native to which country?
A) Australia
B) Thailand
C) Spain
D) Mexico
  • 3. What is the scientific name for finger limes?
A) Citrus sinensis
B) Citrus australasica
C) Citrus reticulata
D) Citrus limon
  • 4. What type of plant is a finger lime?
A) Vine
B) Cactus
C) Thorny shrub or small tree
D) Herbaceous plant
  • 5. What is the typical length of a finger lime fruit?
A) Less than 1 inch
B) 4 - 5 inches
C) 1.5 - 3 inches
D) 6 - 8 inches
  • 6. Finger lime pulp color can vary from:
A) Only yellow
B) Only green
C) Green, yellow, pink, red
D) Blue, purple, orange
  • 7. The rind of a finger lime is typically:
A) Smooth and waxy
B) Covered in hairs
C) Thin and firm
D) Thick and spongy
  • 8. What is the flavor profile of finger limes?
A) Bitter and sour
B) Mild and bland
C) Tangy, citrusy, slightly sweet
D) Spicy and peppery
  • 9. What is a common use for finger limes in cuisine?
A) Base for sauces
B) Ingredient in bread
C) Garnish for seafood
D) Main ingredient in salads
  • 10. What is a characteristic of the 'Emerald Green' variety?
A) Green pulp
B) Yellow pulp
C) Red pulp
D) Pink pulp
  • 11. What is a characteristic of the 'Pink Ice' variety?
A) Green pulp
B) White pulp
C) Yellow pulp
D) Pink pulp
  • 12. What is a characteristic of the 'Sunrise Lime' variety?
A) Green pulp
B) Purple pulp
C) Yellow pulp
D) Red pulp
  • 13. What is a characteristic of the 'Yellow Gold' variety?
A) Pink pulp
B) Yellow pulp
C) Red pulp
D) Green pulp
  • 14. The skin of a mature finger lime can be:
A) Always Red
B) Always Green
C) Always Black
D) Green, Brown, Red, or Black
  • 15. How do finger limes differ from common limes (Citrus aurantifolia)?
A) Unique pulp vesicles
B) Same flavor
C) Same size
D) Same juice consistency
  • 16. What growing conditions do finger limes prefer?
A) Waterlogged soil, shady location
B) Dry soil, windy location
C) Well-drained soil, sunny location
D) Heavy clay soil, full shade
  • 17. Which pest commonly affects finger limes?
A) Spider mites
B) Mealybugs
C) Citrus leaf miner
D) Aphids
  • 18. How are finger limes typically propagated?
A) Cutting
B) Grafting
C) Seed
D) Layering
  • 19. What is the approximate pH level finger limes prefer?
A) 3.0-4.0
B) 6.0-7.0
C) 4.0-5.0
D) 7.5-8.5
  • 20. At what stage are finger limes harvested?
A) When they are still very green
B) When they easily detach from the tree
C) When they are extremely firm
D) When they are very soft
  • 21. What is a defining factor in identifying a finger lime tree?
A) Sharp spines on the branches
B) Smooth bark
C) Large, broad leaves
D) No thorns at all
  • 22. What climate are finger limes most suited to?
A) Desert
B) Alpine
C) Arctic
D) Subtropical
  • 23. What is a benefit of growing finger limes?
A) Resistance to all pests and diseases
B) Extremely fast growth
C) Very low maintenance
D) High market value
  • 24. Which characteristic distinguishes finger limes from other citrus fruits?
A) Extremely smooth skin
B) Grows only as a ground cover
C) Pulp comprised of juice-filled vesicles
D) Very high sugar content
  • 25. What is the best way to store harvested finger limes?
A) Refrigerated in a sealed container
B) Frozen without protection
C) In a paper bag at room temperature
D) At room temperature in direct sunlight
  • 26. What is the taste sensation of finger lime vesicles bursting in your mouth often described as?
A) Sour candy
B) Citrus caviar
C) Sweet pearls
D) Acid drops
  • 27. What is a potential health benefit associated with finger limes?
A) High in saturated fat
B) High in Vitamin C
C) High in sodium
D) Low in fiber
  • 28. What type of soil is NOT suitable for growing finger limes?
A) Loamy soil
B) Sandy soil
C) Well-draining soil
D) Clay soil
  • 29. Which of the following is a common name for Citrus australasica?
A) Grapefruit
B) Lemon
C) Finger Lime
D) Orange
  • 30. What is the average yield of fruit from a mature finger lime tree?
A) Only produces fruit every other year
B) Consistently high across all varieties
C) Varies depending on variety and conditions
D) Extremely low and unreliable
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