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How to Cultivate Canistel Fruits
Contributed by: Webster
  • 1. What is the scientific name of the Canistel fruit?
A) Citrus aurantium
B) Mangifera indica
C) Pouteria campechiana
D) Annona squamosa
  • 2. Canistel trees thrive best in which climate?
A) Arid
B) Temperate
C) Arctic
D) Tropical and subtropical
  • 3. What type of soil is most suitable for Canistel cultivation?
A) Clay-rich soil
B) Waterlogged soil
C) Well-drained soil
D) Salty soil
  • 4. How are Canistel trees commonly propagated?
A) Air layering
B) Layering
C) Direct seeding
D) Grafting
  • 5. What is the ideal pH range for Canistel soil?
A) 8.0 - 9.0
B) 4.0 - 5.5
C) 9.5 - 10.5
D) 6.0 - 7.5
  • 6. How often should young Canistel trees be watered?
A) Not at all after planting
B) Regularly, especially during dry periods
C) Very sparingly
D) Only during the rainy season
  • 7. What fertilizer is typically used for Canistel trees during the growing season?
A) Balanced fertilizer (e.g., 10-10-10)
B) High nitrogen fertilizer
C) High potassium fertilizer
D) High phosphorus fertilizer
  • 8. How long does it generally take for a grafted Canistel tree to bear fruit?
A) 9-10 years
B) 3-5 years
C) 1-2 years
D) 6-8 years
  • 9. What pest commonly affects Canistel trees?
A) Fruit flies
B) Aphids
C) Spider mites
D) Mealybugs
  • 10. What disease can affect Canistel trees?
A) Powdery mildew
B) Rust
C) Anthracnose
D) Black spot
  • 11. How can fruit fly damage be prevented in Canistel fruits?
A) Using fruit fly traps
B) Applying excessive fertilizer
C) Ignoring the problem
D) Overwatering the trees
  • 12. What is the best time of year to prune Canistel trees?
A) During flowering
B) During fruiting
C) Any time of the year
D) After harvest
  • 13. Why is pruning important for Canistel trees?
A) To increase pest infestations
B) To reduce fruit yield
C) To improve air circulation and sunlight penetration
D) To make the tree taller
  • 14. What indicates that a Canistel fruit is ripe?
A) Hard fruit with a green color
B) Presence of cracks on the skin
C) Softening of the fruit and a change in color
D) Small size of the fruit
  • 15. How should ripe Canistel fruits be harvested?
A) Cutting them with a knife
B) Gently by hand
C) Using a ladder and pulling them forcefully
D) By shaking the tree
  • 16. What is the typical shelf life of a ripe Canistel fruit?
A) Several months
B) Several weeks
C) A year
D) A few days
  • 17. What is a common use for Canistel fruit?
A) Manufacturing paper
B) Building houses
C) Eating fresh
D) Making fuel
  • 18. What nutrient is Canistel fruit a good source of?
A) Carotenoids
B) Cholesterol
C) Saturated fat
D) Vitamin B12
  • 19. Why is proper drainage important for Canistel trees?
A) To slow down growth
B) To attract pests
C) To promote weed growth
D) To prevent root rot
  • 20. What does 'scarification' refer to when talking about seeds?
A) Planting seeds very deep.
B) Covering seeds in insecticide.
C) Soaking seeds in fertilizer.
D) A process to weaken the seed coat to promote germination.
  • 21. How should you prepare the planting hole for a Canistel tree?
A) Only dig a shallow hole.
B) Make it twice as wide as the root ball.
C) Make it smaller than the root ball.
D) Make it the same size as the root ball.
  • 22. What does 'girdling' refer to in Canistel trees?
A) A type of fertilizer application.
B) A pruning technique to promote fruit production.
C) Removing a ring of bark around the trunk, which is harmful.
D) A method of pest control.
  • 23. What is a sign of over-fertilization in Canistel trees?
A) Increased fruit production.
B) Dark green leaves.
C) Rapid growth.
D) Leaf burn or scorching.
  • 24. How can you protect Canistel trees from strong winds?
A) Overwater the tree.
B) Remove all the leaves.
C) Plant windbreaks.
D) Apply excessive fertilizer.
  • 25. What is the role of pollinators in Canistel fruit production?
A) To provide nutrients to the tree.
B) To help with water absorption.
C) To transfer pollen for fertilization.
D) To protect the fruit from pests.
  • 26. What is the purpose of mulching around Canistel trees?
A) To increase soil temperature.
B) To retain moisture and suppress weeds.
C) To attract pests.
D) To prevent root growth.
  • 27. What is the best way to store Canistel fruit after harvest?
A) In the freezer.
B) In the refrigerator.
C) At room temperature.
D) In direct sunlight.
  • 28. What benefit does cover cropping provide to Canistel orchards?
A) Increases pest populations.
B) Improves soil health and nutrient cycling.
C) Prevents water infiltration.
D) Depletes soil nutrients.
  • 29. What is a common symptom of iron deficiency in Canistel trees?
A) Chlorosis (yellowing) of leaves.
B) Rapid growth.
C) Excessive fruit production.
D) Dark green leaves.
  • 30. What is the purpose of hardening off Canistel seedlings before transplanting?
A) To stunt their growth.
B) To make them more susceptible to pests.
C) To dry them out.
D) To acclimate them to outdoor conditions.
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