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Horticulture Branches

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What is the Latin meaning of the word 'hortus'?

Fruit

Garden (correct)

Cultivation

Vegetable

Which branch of horticulture deals with the cultivation of fruit?

Viticulture

Olericulture

Floriculture

Pomology (correct)

What is the main purpose of arboriculture?

For food production

For ornamental purposes (correct)

For shelter

For medicinal purposes

What is landscape gardening?

The architectural arrangements of the garden plant for the purpose of beautification or ornamentation Signup and view all the answers

Which branch of horticulture deals with the study of cultivation of vegetable crops?

Olericulture Signup and view all the answers

What is another term for viticulture?

Winegrowing Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Horticulture

Derived from the Latin words "hortus" meaning 'garden' and "cultura" meaning 'cultivation'
Deals with the cultivation of plants or garden crops, including fruits, vegetables, flowers, spices, and condiments

Branches of Horticulture

Pomology: Deals with the science of cultivation and management of fruit crops, such as apples, bananas, and pomegranates
Olericulture: Deals with the cultivation of vegetable crops, such as okra, tomatoes, and potatoes
Floriculture: Deals with the study of cultivation of flowering plants, such as roses, marigolds, and carnations
Viticulture: Also known as winegrowing, deals with the study of cultivation of wine crops, specifically grapes
Arboriculture: Deals with the cultivation of trees and shrubs, especially for ornamental purposes
Landscape Gardening: Deals with the architectural arrangements of garden plants for the purpose of beautification or ornamentation

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Learn about the different branches of horticulture, including pomology and olericulture. Understand the science of cultivation and management of various plant crops.