How to Cultivate Santol Fruits
  • 1. What is the scientific name of Santol?
A) Mangifera indica
B) Durio zibethinus
C) Lansium domesticum
D) Sandoricum koetjape
  • 2. What type of climate is best for growing Santol?
A) Alpine
B) Arid
C) Temperate
D) Tropical
  • 3. What is the ideal soil pH for Santol trees?
A) 7.5-8.5
B) 4.0-5.0
C) 8.5-9.5
D) 6.0-7.0
  • 4. How are Santol trees typically propagated?
A) Seed or Grafting
B) Cutting only
C) Air layering only
D) Division only
  • 5. What is the recommended spacing between Santol trees?
A) 8-10 meters
B) 1-2 meters
C) 4-5 meters
D) 2-3 meters
  • 6. What type of fertilizer is generally recommended for young Santol trees?
A) Calcium-rich
B) Phosphorus-rich
C) Potassium-rich
D) Nitrogen-rich
  • 7. How often should Santol trees be watered?
A) Once a month
B) Only during the rainy season
C) Regularly, especially during dry periods
D) Waterlogged conditions are preferred
  • 8. What is the primary purpose of pruning Santol trees?
A) To shape the tree and improve air circulation
B) To prevent flowering
C) To stop fruit production
D) To increase shade
  • 9. What is a common pest that affects Santol trees?
A) Fruit flies
B) Ladybugs
C) Bees
D) Earthworms
  • 10. What is a common disease that affects Santol trees?
A) Black spot
B) Powdery mildew
C) Rust
D) Anthracnose
  • 11. When do Santol trees typically begin to bear fruit?
A) 1-2 years after planting
B) Immediately after planting
C) 5-7 years after planting
D) 10-12 years after planting
  • 12. What color does Santol fruit typically turn when ripe?
A) Red
B) Blue
C) Yellow to orange
D) Green
  • 13. How is Santol fruit typically harvested?
A) By waiting for it to fall
B) By shaking the tree
C) By hand, using a ladder or pole
D) By cutting the branches
  • 14. What is the edible part of the Santol fruit?
A) The seeds
B) The tree bark
C) The outer skin
D) The fleshy aril surrounding the seeds
  • 15. What is a common use of Santol fruit?
A) Used as a building material
B) Used as fuel
C) Used as fertilizer
D) Eaten fresh or made into jams and preserves
  • 16. What benefit does mulching provide for Santol trees?
A) Attracts pests
B) Provides no benefit
C) Increases soil temperature drastically
D) Conserves moisture and suppresses weeds
  • 17. Why is grafting a preferred method of propagation over seeds sometimes?
A) Seeds are not viable.
B) Grafting is cheaper.
C) Ensures desired fruit quality and faster fruiting.
D) Grafting requires less skill.
  • 18. What is the purpose of thinning Santol fruits?
A) To increase the number of fruits.
B) To prevent the tree from growing too tall.
C) To improve fruit size and quality.
D) To speed up the ripening process.
  • 19. What is the importance of good drainage for Santol trees?
A) Increases fruit sweetness.
B) Encourages deeper root penetration.
C) Prevents root rot.
D) Promotes faster growth.
  • 20. What is the best time of year to plant Santol trees?
A) Beginning of the rainy season
B) Anytime of year
C) Middle of the dry season
D) End of the dry season
  • 21. What is the effect of too much nitrogen fertilizer on Santol trees?
A) Stronger root system
B) Excessive vegetative growth at the expense of fruiting
C) Earlier fruiting
D) Increased fruit sweetness
  • 22. How does proper air circulation benefit Santol trees?
A) Increases fruit size
B) Attracts pollinators
C) Reduces the risk of fungal diseases
D) Accelerates ripening
  • 23. Which of these is NOT a common method of pest control for Santol trees?
A) Using insecticidal soap
B) Introducing beneficial nematodes to the soil
C) Setting up fruit fly traps
D) Spraying with neem oil
  • 24. What does 'hardening off' seedlings refer to?
A) Gradually acclimating seedlings to outdoor conditions
B) Pruning the roots of the seedlings
C) Exposing the seedlings to freezing temperatures
D) Adding fertilizer to the seedlings
  • 25. What is the purpose of adding organic matter to the soil when planting Santol?
A) Increases soil acidity
B) Reduces soil temperature
C) Prevents root growth
D) Improves soil structure, drainage, and nutrient content
  • 26. What is the ideal height for a Santol tree for easy harvesting?
A) As tall as possible
B) Manageable height through pruning
C) No height limit matters
D) Under 1 meter
  • 27. Which vitamin is Santol fruit a good source of?
A) Vitamin B12
B) Vitamin D
C) Vitamin A
D) Vitamin C
  • 28. How does protecting young Santol trees from strong winds benefit them?
A) Prevents damage to branches and leaves
B) Attracts pollinators
C) Accelerates growth rate
D) Increases fruit production
  • 29. What tool is most useful for reaching high branches to harvest fruit?
A) Wheelbarrow
B) Axe
C) Fruit picker with a long pole
D) Shovel
  • 30. What post harvest process ensures uniform ripening of Santol fruits?
A) Sun drying
B) Ethylene treatment
C) Refrigeration
D) Water submersion
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