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The term Horticulture first appeared in written language in the ______ century.
The term Horticulture first appeared in written language in the ______ century.
seventeenth
The word horticulture is derived from the Latin words, hortus meaning garden and ______ meaning to cultivate.
The word horticulture is derived from the Latin words, hortus meaning garden and ______ meaning to cultivate.
cultura
Horticulture is a part of plant agriculture concerned with cultivation of ______ crops.
Horticulture is a part of plant agriculture concerned with cultivation of ______ crops.
garden
Garden crops traditionally include fruits, vegetables, and plants grown for ______ purposes.
Garden crops traditionally include fruits, vegetables, and plants grown for ______ purposes.
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Horticulture relies on growing and manipulating plants in a relatively ______ manner.
Horticulture relies on growing and manipulating plants in a relatively ______ manner.
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Pomology is the science of production of ______ crops.
Pomology is the science of production of ______ crops.
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Many horticulture products are highly ______, requiring careful handling for quality.
Many horticulture products are highly ______, requiring careful handling for quality.
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The objectives of horticulture include finding ways to yield optimum benefits to ______.
The objectives of horticulture include finding ways to yield optimum benefits to ______.
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Study Notes
Horticulture Overview
- The term "horticulture" originated in the seventeenth century, combining Latin words: "hortus" (garden) and "cultura" (to cultivate).
- Defined as a branch of agriculture focused on the intensive cultivation of garden crops, including fruits, vegetables, and ornamental plants.
Types of Horticultural Crops
- Garden crops encompass:
- Fruits
- Vegetables
- Ornamental plants
- Spices
- Plantation crops
- Medicinal and aromatic plants
- Differentiation from field crops, which are cultivated extensively rather than intensively.
Characteristics of Horticulture
- Requires intensive care throughout:
- Planting
- Cultural operations
- Growth manipulation
- Harvesting
- Packing
- Marketing
- Storage and processing
- Products are perishable and retain high water content, essential for quality.
Objectives of Horticulture
- Aims to maximize benefits from horticultural crops through:
- Understanding geographical distribution
- Studying plant structure, growth, and uses
- Analyzing climate and soil effects on development
- Exploring propagation methods
- Investigating pruning techniques
- Identifying diseases and pests with control methods
- Enhancing harvesting, storage, and transport processes
Divisions of Horticulture
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Pomology
- Derived from "pomum" (fruit) and "logy" (science).
- Focuses on the science of fruit crop production.
- Types of fruits:
- Tree fruits: Mango, Chiku, Citrus.
- Small fruits: Phalsa, Raspberry, Mulberry, Grapes, Gooseberry, Strawberry.
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Olericulture
- Originates from "oleris" (pot herb) and "culture" (raising of plants).
- Concerned with the science of vegetable crop cultivation.
- Examples include: Brinjal, Tomato, Potato, Radish, Carrot, Chilli, Bottle gourd.
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Explore the roots and meaning of horticulture in this quiz. Learn about the history of the term and its significance in the cultivation of garden crops, including fruits, vegetables, and ornamental plants. Test your knowledge on various aspects of garden cultivation.
