Horticulture
How tall can a parlor palm reach?
4 feet
What characteristic might be used to identify deciduous plants in the winter?
All of the above
What characteristics should be noticed regarding needles?
All of the above
What types of stems are in plants?
All of the above
Which of the following is a good technique for studying plants and their names?
All of the above
Which of the following is a reason one might have for touching plants?
All of the above
One of the main differences between herbaceous and woody plants is the presence of ____ in woody plants.
Bark
How is a grape ivy propagated?
By cuttings
How is a sprengeri fern propagated?
By division
A jade plant is NOT propagated in which of the following ways?
By division layering
What is the scientific name for a common camellia?
Camellia japonica
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of plants?
Capable of moving by themselves
Which part of the plant cell surrounds the cell as a thin layer of lipids and proteins?
Cell membrane
Which part of the plant cell provides the structural support and protection?
Cell wall
Which of the following does NOT describe the leaves of an aglaonema?
Circular
Which of the following is NOT a fruit type?
Complex
Which type of plant tissue is NOT part of the vascular bundle?
Cortex
Which cell structure contains the cytoskeleton, cytosol and the organelles?
Cytoplasm
What is the scientific name for a spotted dumbcane?
Dieffenbachia maculate
When does a carnation bloom?
Early spring and something in fall
A calla lily blooms from June to October
False
A common garden geranium likes a northern exposure indoors
False
A gloximia likes warm, shady locations.
False
A hybrid tea rose reaches heights of 4 to 5 inches.
False
A phalaenopsis orchid has long, sword-like leaves.
False
An Easter lily has no scent.
False
Brown tipping on the leaves of a red edge dracaena indicates the plant needs more water.
False
If the leaves of a Swedish ivy start to dull, it is an indication it needs more sunlight.
False
Simple leaves are composed of several individual leaflets?
False
The aerial roots of a "Decora" rubber plant must be removed.
False
The leaves of a mature English ivy are triangular shaped.
False
Twining stems and/or tendrils are methods prostrate plants use for support?
False
Which type of root system is found in grasses?
Fibrous root system
Which part of a plant is often the most distinctive and easily recognized?
Foliage
How wide are the flowers of a Transvaal daisy?
Four inches across
Which type of flower is missing either the pistil or the stamen?
Imperfect
When does a gardenia bloom?
June to August
Which pests may be a problem for a coleus if it is in a green house?
Mealy bugs
What is contained within the stems of a croton?
Milky sap
Which of the following is the name of a leaf shape?
Narrow
What can cause a yellowing of asparagus lace fern leaves?
Nutrient deficiency or too much sunlight
How tall can a florist's chrysanthemum grow?
One to three feet
When should a kalanchoe be fertilized?
Only during the growing season
Which of the following is an example of leaf venation?
Palmate
What structures are usually the showy parts of a flower?
Petals
Which plant part connects the leaf blade to the stem?
Petiole
Which part of the stem transports sugars?
Phloem
According to the presentation, which of the following is a good way of keeping a snapdragon bushy?
Pinch back
What important structure is contained in the ovary?
Pistil
Which of the following is the female part of the plant?
Pistil
What type of cells are found in bacteria?
Prokaryotic
What is the function of the sepals?
Protects developing buds
Which of the following is the name of a leaf margin?
Smooth
Which structures carry pollen?
Stamen
Which of the following is NOT a tissue found in the stem?
Stele
A regular flower is characterized as ______?
Symmetrical
Which type of roots grow directly downward?
Taproots
A heartleaf philodendron should be fertilized in its growing season.
True
A leatherleaf fern is often used in floral arrangements.
True
A sanservia requires a heavy pot because it is easily overbalanced.
True
An azalea is popular as a gift plan
True
Boston fern is a rapid grower.
True
Both older and younger leaves be studied for identification purposes because color, size, and margin characteristics of leaves may vary with age.Both older and younger leaves be studied for identification purposes because color, size, and margin characteristics of leaves may vary with age.
True
Examples of fleshy fruits are berry and plum
True
Golden pothos is easy to grow.
True
If a Benjamin fig experiences less than ideal conditions, it may start to shed its leaves.
True
The use of botanic names aids in clarity and universal communication.
True
What is a form plants may assume as they grow?
Upright
When does a spider plant need less water?
Winter