Vegetable Seed Identification Quiz
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Which of the following seeds is produced by a plant from the Asteraceae family?

  • Turnip
  • Chocolate
  • Lettuce (correct)
  • Garlic

Which vegetable is known to be vegetatively propagated and does not produce seeds?

  • Asparagus
  • Carrot
  • Garlic (correct)
  • Potato

What is the scientific name for sweet corn?

  • Zea mays (correct)
  • Capsicum spp.
  • Brassica oleracea
  • Cucumis sativus

Which of the following vegetables is classified under the Brassicaceae family?

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Identify the correct common name for the scientific name Solanum lycopersicum.

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Match the following scientific names with their common names:

<p>Abelmoschus esculentus = Okra Cucumis sativus = Cucumber Daucus carota = Carrot Zea mays = Sweet Corn</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following common names with their respective families:

<p>Tomato = Solanaceae Lettuce = Asteraceae Onion = Alliacea Pumpkin = Cucurbitaceae</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following vegetables with their scientific names:

<p>Mustard Greens = Brassica juncea Sweet Potato = Ipomoea batatas Eggplant = Solanum melongena Watermelon = Citrullus lanatus</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following vegetables with their cultivation note:

<p>Garlic = Does not produce seeds Sweet Potato = Hexaploid and does not grow true to type from seed Onion = Produces seeds Chive = Produces seeds</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following vegetables with their families:

<p>Cabbage = Brassicaceae Celery = Apiaceae Cilantro = Apiaceae Chicory = Asteraceae</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Okra scientific name

Abelmoschus esculentus (L) Moench

Garlic seed production

Domesticated garlic is vegetatively propagated and does not produce seeds.

Sweet Potato seed characteristic

Sweet potatoes are hexaploid and do not grow true to type from seed.

Families of Vegetables

Vegetables are categorized by families, such as Malvaceae for okra; Alliaceae for onions; etc.

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Rutabaga scientific name

Brassica napus (Napobrasica group)

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What family is Okra in?

Okra belongs to the Malvaceae family, also known as the Mallow family.

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Are all onions related?

Yes, onion, garlic, leek, and chives all belong to the Alliaceae family.

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Why doesn't garlic produce seeds?

Domesticated garlic is vegetatively propagated, meaning it is grown from bulbs or cloves, rather than seeds.

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What is the scientific name for Cabbage?

Brassica oleracea is the scientific name for cabbage, as well as broccoli, cauliflower, Brussels sprouts, collards, kale, and kohlrabi.

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What is the scientific name for Watermelon?

The scientific name for Watermelon is Citrullus lanatus.

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Study Notes

Vegetable Seed Identification

  • Scientific Name and Common Name: Provides a direct link between the scientific (Latin) name and the common name for various vegetables.
  • Family: Categorizes each vegetable by its botanical family.
  • Seed Image: Indicates that visual aids are available for each species.
  • Vegetative Propagation: Some varieties, like garlic (Allium sativum), are not produced from seeds but propagated vegetatively.
  • Hybrids and True-to-Type: Certain vegetables, including sweet potatoes (Ipomoea batatas), are hexaploid and do not maintain consistent traits when grown from seed.

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Test your knowledge on vegetable seed identification by exploring scientific and common names, family classifications, and visual aids. Dive into the world of seeds, vegetative propagation, and the differences between hybrids and true-to-type varieties. Perfect for botany enthusiasts or gardening aficionados!

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