Question
What is the term for the type of fruit formed from the
fusion of several ovaries of different flowers, as observed in pineapple?Solution
Pineapple is a multiple fruit formed from a spike-like inflorescence. Each flower contributes to the composite fruit body, resulting in a collective structure with fused ovaries and tissues.
In which fruit crop is floral malformation considered a serious disorder, often caused by hormonal imbalance or Fusarium infection?
Which factor is known to trigger the most significant spike in a harvested crop's respiration?
What treatment is recommended for growing media before seeds are sown?
Why is polyethylene (plastic) sheeting used over beds during the winter?
Which type of fruit structure is formed when a single flower contains multiple ovaries, as in custard apple?
A shaded pathway formed by a connected row of arches is known as a:
What is the horticultural term used to describe peaches that do not have surface fuzz on the fruit skin?
Which citrus hybrid developed in Punjab is known for its improved sweetness and less seed count compared to Kinnow?
What is the name of the fungal disease that kills seedlings right after they sprout?
In Citrus, 'Rootstock' selection is primarily used for controlling:
