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How to Cultivate Dragon Fruits - Quiz
Contributed by: Webster
  • 1. What type of climate is best for dragon fruit cultivation?
A) Tropical or subtropical
B) Desert
C) Arctic
D) Temperate
  • 2. Dragon fruit is a member of which plant family?
A) Cactus
B) Rose
C) Orchid
D) Citrus
  • 3. What is the ideal pH range for dragon fruit soil?
A) 8.0-9.0
B) 6.0-7.0
C) 4.0-5.0
D) 9.0-10.0
  • 4. How are dragon fruit plants typically propagated?
A) Air layering
B) Stem cuttings
C) Root division
D) Seeds
  • 5. What is the primary purpose of a support structure for dragon fruit?
A) To attract pollinators
B) To support the plant's weight and growth
C) To protect from sun
D) To provide nutrients
  • 6. How often should dragon fruit plants be watered?
A) Never
B) Regularly, but avoid waterlogging
C) Only during fruiting
D) Only during flowering
  • 7. What type of fertilizer is beneficial for dragon fruit?
A) High phosphorus fertilizer only
B) High potassium fertilizer only
C) Balanced NPK fertilizer
D) High nitrogen fertilizer only
  • 8. When do dragon fruit plants typically begin to produce fruit after planting?
A) 3-5 years
B) 6-12 months
C) 1-2 months
D) 10+ years
  • 9. What is the typical flowering time for dragon fruit?
A) Night
B) All day
C) Morning
D) Afternoon
  • 10. Which pollinator is most important for dragon fruit?
A) Birds
B) Bats and moths
C) Butterflies
D) Bees
  • 11. What is the ideal temperature range for dragon fruit growth?
A) 90-100°F (32-38°C)
B) 0-10°F (-18 - -12°C)
C) 32-40°F (0-4°C)
D) 65-80°F (18-27°C)
  • 12. How much sunlight do dragon fruit plants need?
A) 2-3 hours of sunlight
B) 6-8 hours of sunlight
C) Indirect sunlight only
D) Full shade
  • 13. What is a common sign of overwatering in dragon fruit plants?
A) Faster growth
B) Leaf curling
C) Increased flowering
D) Root rot
  • 14. What pests commonly affect dragon fruit plants?
A) Aphids and scales
B) Bees
C) Earthworms
D) Ladybugs
  • 15. What is the best way to protect dragon fruit from frost?
A) Cover the plants
B) Prune aggressively
C) Fertilize heavily
D) Water heavily
  • 16. What color are the flowers of most dragon fruit varieties?
A) Red
B) Yellow
C) White
D) Purple
  • 17. How can you tell when a dragon fruit is ripe?
A) Skin turns bright and the 'wings' start to dry
B) Fruit is very hard
C) Skin is still green
D) Fruit falls off the plant easily
  • 18. What is the shelf life of dragon fruit after harvesting?
A) Several weeks when refrigerated
B) 1 month at room temperature
C) 1-2 days
D) 1 year in the freezer
  • 19. What is 'self-pollination' in the context of dragon fruit?
A) Pollination between different plants
B) Pollination within the same flower
C) Pollination by wind
D) Pollination by water
  • 20. What can be done to improve fruit set in self-incompatible varieties?
A) Adding more fertilizer
B) Pruning harder
C) Hand pollination
D) Watering more frequently
  • 21. What is the term for removing unwanted shoots or branches from dragon fruit?
A) Grafting
B) Pruning
C) Weeding
D) Thinning
  • 22. Why is proper drainage important for dragon fruit?
A) To reduce humidity
B) To increase nutrient absorption
C) To prevent root rot
D) To attract pollinators
  • 23. Which of these is a common disease affecting dragon fruit?
A) Leaf rust
B) Stem rot
C) Powdery mildew
D) Black spot
  • 24. What type of soil is best for growing dragon fruit?
A) Pure sand
B) Well-draining, slightly sandy loam
C) Waterlogged soil
D) Heavy clay soil
  • 25. How should dragon fruit stem cuttings be prepared for planting?
A) Allow the cut end to callus over for several days
B) Cover with fertilizer
C) Plant immediately after cutting
D) Soak in water for several days
  • 26. Which element is most important for fruit development in dragon fruit?
A) Nitrogen
B) Calcium
C) Potassium
D) Phosphorus
  • 27. What is a benefit of using organic mulch around dragon fruit plants?
A) Attracts pests
B) Helps retain moisture and suppress weeds
C) Increases soil temperature excessively
D) Depletes soil nutrients
  • 28. What is the best time of year to plant dragon fruit cuttings?
A) Autumn
B) Summer
C) Spring
D) Winter
  • 29. What is the function of the 'wings' on a dragon fruit?
A) Attract pollinators
B) Protect from pests
C) Help with photosynthesis
D) Hold water
  • 30. What is the benefit of intercropping with dragon fruit?
A) Increased water demand
B) Reduced yields
C) Improved soil health and pest control
D) Slower growth of dragon fruit
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