CPRT41 Principles of Crop Protection: Weed Science
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What is the scientific name for Corn?

  • Ipomoea triloba
  • Lantana camara
  • Zea mays (correct)
  • Imperata cylindrica

    • Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of weeds?

  • They can adapt to adverse environmental conditions
  • They persist and resist control measures
  • They have slow vegetative growth (correct)
  • They produce seeds efficiently

    • What are common weeds characterized by?

  • Expensive management
  • Difficult control
  • Ease of control (correct)
  • High destructiveness

    • Which plant is known as Makahiya?

    <p>Mimosa pudica</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of effects do weeds have according to their categorization?

    <p>Both harmful and beneficial effects</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of an escape plant?

    <p>Lantana camara</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which common weed is also known as Cogon grass?

    <p>Imperata cylindrica</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one significant harmful effect of weeds?

    <p>Reducing yield quantity and quality</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of weed science?

    <p>Control of weeds and their impact on crops</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which characteristic allows weeds to outcompete crops effectively?

    <p>Producing a lot of seeds that can survive in the soil</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a primary characteristic of grasses based on their gross morphology?

    <p>Their stems are succulent with well-defined nodes and internodes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What defines a weed in the context of crop production?

    <p>A plant that grows where it is not wanted</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a noxious weed?

    <p>A competitive weed that reduces yields even at low populations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which family do sedges belong?

    <p>Family Cyperaceae</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do broadleaves primarily differ from grasses and sedges?

    <p>They have fully expanded leaves with netted venation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the herbicide 2,4-D function in relation to weeds?

    <p>It acts as a growth regulator when used at low concentrations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement describes 'volunteer crops'?

    <p>Plants that grow without being deliberately seeded</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common feature of the root systems found in grasses?

    <p>They are fibrous with shallow penetration.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which process involves the transfer of male gametes to female ovules in flowering plants?

    <p>Pollination</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are weeds considered undesirable in crop production?

    <p>They compete for resources like light, water, and nutrients</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of weeds?

    <p>They typically grow in harmony with cultivated plants</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes sedge stems from those of grasses?

    <p>Sedge stems are triangular in shape.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of root system do most broadleaved plants exhibit?

    <p>A combination of fibrous and tap root systems.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a reproductive characteristic of weeds as mentioned in the content?

    <p>They can produce thousands of seeds per plant during the vegetative phase.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main characteristic of asexual reproduction in plants?

    <p>A new plant develops from a vegetative organ.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a modification commonly associated with vegetative reproduction?

    <p>Seeds</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do adaptive structures play in dispersal?

    <p>They determine how and where seeds move.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which dispersal agent is characterized by seeds that can remain viable after passing through an animal's digestive system?

    <p>Animals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does wind contribute to seed dispersal?

    <p>By dispersing lightweight seeds with wings or hair.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a key determinant for weed dispersal?

    <p>Seed structure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is meant by a 'dispersal unit' in the context of plant dispersal?

    <p>The structure including a seed and its accessory parts.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is man considered one of the best agents of seed dispersal?

    <p>Humans can disperse seeds both consciously and unconsciously.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is referred to as the Critical Period of Competition?

    <p>The duration when crops are most sensitive to weed competition.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor significantly influences the competing ability of a crop against weeds?

    <p>Weed species present</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Critical Threshold Level indicate?

    <p>The threshold of weed density causing yield reduction.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do allelochemicals affect plants?

    <p>They interfere with mineral ion uptake and growth processes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is timing important in the application of fertilizers concerning weed control?

    <p>Incorrect timing can either suppress or exacerbate weed growth.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement about weed control methods is true?

    <p>A combination of methods is often required for effective weed management.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does soil fertility play in the competition between crops and weeds?

    <p>Proper soil fertility can either suppress or encourage weed growth.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a major consequence of high weed intensity in a crop field?

    <p>It creates biological stress that can harm crop performance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Weed Science Overview

    • Focuses on the study and management of weeds in crop protection.
    • Evolved from plant physiology, notably with the discovery of the herbicide 2,4-D, which functions as a growth regulator at low concentrations.

    Definition of Weeds

    • Classified as plants growing in undesired places, competing with cultivated plants.
    • Weeds reduce crop yield by competing for land, light, water, and nutrients.
    • Their classification is based on subjective human perception, often carrying a negative connotation.

    Characteristics of Weeds

    • Weeds are adept at outcompeting crops due to several traits:
      • High seed production with long-term soil viability.
      • Rapid root spread and growth.
      • Adaptability to disturbed environments.

    Noxious Weeds

    • Highly competitive and harmful even at low populations, affecting crop yields.
    • Examples include Chromolaena odorata (Hagonoy or Devil weed).

    Volunteer Crops

    • Plants that grow independently without intentional cultivation.
    • Example: Zea mays (Maiz or Corn).

    Escape Plants

    • Non-native ornamental plants that establish wild populations through dispersal.
    • Example: Lantana camara (Kanding-kanding).

    Common Weeds

    • Frequently found in fields, typically easier to control and less destructive.
    • Examples:
      • Imperata cylindrica (Cogon grass)
      • Ipomoea triloba (Morning glory)
      • Mimosa pudica (Makahiya)
      • Cyperus rotundus (Purple nutsedge)

    Unique Characteristics of Weeds

    • Rapid vegetative growth and significant root production.
    • Efficient early seed production and adaptation to adverse conditions.
    • High damage potential, even in low densities.
    • Resistance to control measures.

    Harmful Effects of Weeds

    • Decrease both the quantity and quality of crop yields.
    • Increase production costs in agriculture.

    Classification Based on Morphology

    • Grasses: Family Gramineae (Poaceae), characterized by succulent stems and fibrous roots, e.g., Eleusine indica, Echinochloa glabrescens.
    • Sedges: Family Cyperaceae, with triangular stems and fibrous roots, often creeping.
    • Broadleaves: Diverse families, identified by expanded leaves with netted venation and tap or fibrous roots, e.g., Centella asiatica, Euphorbia hirta.

    Reproduction and Establishment

    • Two primary plant propagation methods:
      • Sexual (Seeds): Involves gamete production, pollination, and fertilization.
      • Asexual (Vegetative): Growth from organs like stems or rhizomes; can yield many new plants.

    Seed Dispersal Mechanisms

    • Wind: Seeds with adaptable structures, such as dandelion seeds.
    • Water: Seeds that float, common in aquatic environments.
    • Animals: Seeds that pass through the digestive systems of animals and remain viable.
    • Human activity: Deliberate or accidental dispersal of seeds.

    Competition in Cropping

    • Critical Period of Competition: Timeframe in which crops are most sensitive to weed presence, critical for maintaining yield.
    • Critical Threshold Level: Density of weeds that, if exceeded, results in significant yield loss.

    Factors Affecting Crop Competition

    • Timing of weed germination relative to crops.
    • Intensity and specific species of weeds present.
    • Soil fertility and nutrient management.
    • Allelopathy: Chemical interactions between different plant species impacting growth.

    Allelochemicals

    • Produced by plants that affect germination and growth of others through biochemical interference in various physiological processes, including:
      • Cell elongation, photosynthesis, respiration, and nutrient uptake.

    Management of Weed Populations

    • Effective weed control requires diverse strategies tailored to specific weed species.

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