Cultivation of Medicinal Plants (Perwinkle, Rauvolfia, Dioscorea, Lemongrass, Occimum, Aloevera)
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Question No. 1
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Which of the following medicinal plants is primarily cultivated for its tubers, which are a source of diosgenin?
A.
Catharanthus roseus
B.
Rauvolfia serpentina
C.
Dioscorea floribunda
D.
Cymbopogon citratus
Question No. 2
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The active pharmaceutical ingredient reserpine, known for its hypotensive and tranquilizing properties, is primarily extracted from the roots of which plant?
A.
Aloevera
B.
Periwinkle
C.
Lemongrass
D.
Rauvolfia
Question No. 3
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Pusa Krishna, Pusa Shyam, and Pusa Arka are prominent varieties of which medicinal plant, known for its essential oil content?
A.
Lemongrass
B.
Aloe vera
C.
Ocimum (Tulsi)
D.
Dioscorea
Question No. 4
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Yellowing of older leaves, reduced growth, and eventual drying of leaf tips in Lemongrass typically indicates a deficiency of which nutrient?
A.
Boron
B.
Phosphorus
C.
Potassium
D.
Calcium
Question No. 5
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Which of the following propagation methods is most commonly recommended for the commercial cultivation of
Aloe barbadensis miller
?
A.
Stem cuttings
B.
Seeds
C.
Rhizomes
D.
Suckers
Question No. 6
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Match the following medicinal plants with their primary active constituents:
Plant
Active Constituent
1. Periwinkle
a. Diosgenin
2. Rauvolfia
b. Vinblastine
3. Dioscorea
c. Citral
4. Lemongrass
d. Reserpine
Choose the correct combination:
A.
1-b, 2-d, 3-a, 4-c
B.
1-d, 2-b, 3-c, 4-a
C.
1-b, 2-c, 3-a, 4-d
D.
1-a, 2-b, 3-d, 4-c
Question No. 7
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The botanical name of Periwinkle, known for its anti-cancerous alkaloids, is:
A.
Azadirachta indica
B.
Catharanthus roseus
C.
Withania somnifera
D.
Andrographis paniculata
Question No. 8
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Which of the following statements about the cultivation of
Ocimum sanctum
(Tulsi) is INCORRECT?
A.
It prefers well-drained loamy soils.
B.
It is tolerant to waterlogging conditions.
C.
Propagation is primarily done through seeds.
D.
It can be harvested multiple times in a year.
Question No. 9
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A suitable harvesting method for Lemongrass (
Cymbopogon flexuosus
) to maximize essential oil yield involves:
A.
Uprooting the entire plant at maturity.
B.
Cutting the leaves at ground level at flowering stage.
C.
Cutting the foliage 10-15 cm above ground level every 2-3 months.
D.
Harvesting only the inflorescence after seed setting.
Question No. 10
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Which of the following is NOT a common use of Aloe vera?
A.
As a laxative
B.
In cosmetics and skincare products
C.
For treating high blood pressure
D.
As an anti-inflammatory agent
Question No. 11
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For commercial cultivation of
Rauvolfia serpentina
, the most common and efficient method of propagation is by:
A.
Layering
B.
Root cuttings
C.
Air layering
D.
Grafting
Question No. 12
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What is the recommended soil pH range for the optimal growth and yield of
Dioscorea floribunda
?
A.
3.5 - 4.5
B.
5.0 - 6.5
C.
7.0 - 8.5
D.
9.0 - 10.0
Question No. 13
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Consider the following statements regarding
Catharanthus roseus
:
1. It is commonly propagated through seeds.
2. It requires well-drained soil and full sun for best growth.
3. Vinblastine and vincristine are concentrated in its roots.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A.
1 and 2 only
B.
2 and 3 only
C.
1 and 3 only
D.
1, 2 and 3
Question No. 14
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The essential oil from Lemongrass is widely used in perfumery, cosmetics, and as an insect repellent due to the high content of which aldehyde?
A.
Geraniol
B.
Eugenol
C.
Citral
D.
Limonene
Question No. 15
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Which of the following medicinal plants is known to be effective against diabetes, often referred to as 'Sanjeevani' in traditional medicine?
A.
Dioscorea spp.
B.
Catharanthus roseus
C.
Cymbopogon citratus
D.
Aloe barbadensis miller
Question No. 16
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When harvesting
Aloe barbadensis miller
leaves for gel extraction, which of the following is the most appropriate practice?
A.
Harvesting all leaves from the plant at once.
B.
Cutting the outermost, mature leaves close to the stem base.
C.
Harvesting only the young, central leaves.
D.
Waiting for the leaves to dry naturally before harvesting.
Question No. 17
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The ideal time for planting
Rauvolfia serpentina
root cuttings for optimal establishment and yield is generally during:
A.
Summer (April-May)
B.
Winter (December-January)
C.
Monsoon (June-July)
D.
Late Autumn (October-November)
Question No. 18
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Which statement best describes the primary economic part of
Dioscorea floribunda
?
A.
The leaves, for essential oil.
B.
The flowers, for ornamental value.
C.
The underground tubers, for diosgenin.
D.
The seeds, for propagation and oil.
Question No. 19
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Which of the following is a common pest of
Ocimum sanctum
(Tulsi) that causes curling and distortion of leaves and young shoots?
A.
Root-knot nematode
B.
Aphids
C.
Red spider mite
D.
Stem borer
Question No. 20
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Arrange the following steps for processing Lemongrass from field to essential oil in chronological order:
1. Distillation
2. Harvesting
3. Drying/Wilting
4. Planting
Choose the correct sequence:
A.
4, 2, 3, 1
B.
2, 4, 1, 3
C.
4, 3, 2, 1
D.
2, 3, 1, 4
Question No. 21
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A deficiency of Iron in Periwinkle (
Catharanthus roseus
) would most likely manifest as:
A.
Purple discoloration of older leaves.
B.
Interveinal chlorosis of young leaves.
C.
Stunted root growth.
D.
Necrotic spots on mature leaves.
Question No. 22
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The term 'Sarpagandha' is colloquially used to refer to which medicinal plant?
A.
Aloevera
B.
Rauvolfia
C.
Periwinkle
D.
Ocimum
Question No. 23
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Which of the following is a key characteristic of the ideal climate for commercial cultivation of
Aloe barbadensis miller
?
A.
Cool, moist temperate climate with heavy rainfall.
B.
Hot, humid tropical climate with sandy soils.
C.
Arid or semi-arid regions with warm temperatures and moderate rainfall.
D.
High altitude regions with frosty winters.
Question No. 24
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For maximum diosgenin yield from
Dioscorea floribunda
, tubers are typically harvested after how many years of planting?
A.
6 months
B.
1 year
C.
2-3 years
D.
5 years
Question No. 25
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Match the following medicinal plants with their botanical families:
Plant
Family
1. Periwinkle
a. Lamiaceae
2. Rauvolfia
b. Liliaceae (or Asphodelaceae)
3. Ocimum
c. Apocynaceae
4. Aloevera
d. Dioscoreaceae
Choose the correct combination:
A.
1-c, 2-c, 3-a, 4-b
B.
1-a, 2-b, 3-c, 4-d
C.
1-b, 2-d, 3-a, 4-c
D.
1-c, 2-d, 3-b, 4-a
Question No. 26
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Which of the following medicinal plants is known to be sensitive to frost and requires protection in colder climates?
A.
Rauvolfia serpentina
B.
Ocimum sanctum
C.
Cymbopogon flexuosus
D.
Aloe barbadensis miller
Question No. 27
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The process of 'ratooning' is a common cultivation practice adopted in which of the following medicinal plants for sustained yield?
A.
Dioscorea floribunda
B.
Catharanthus roseus
C.
Cymbopogon citratus
(Lemongrass)
D.
Rauvolfia serpentina
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