Ca Plant Id Common Names Quiz 1

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1. What is the name of the red, fruit-bearing plant commonly found on sandy shores?

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The correct answer is Beach Strawberry, which is a plant species that produces small, sweet strawberries native to sandy coastal areas. Sand Cherry, Shoreberry, and Coastal Raspberry are not the correct names for this specific plant.

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CA Plant ID Common Names Quiz 1 - Quiz

Explore the diverse world of California's native plants with this engaging quiz. Covering species from the first three weeks of study, it sharpens identification skills and enhances understanding... see moreof local flora, crucial for students and enthusiasts of botany and environmental science. see less

2. What is another term for a maple syrup farm where maple sap is collected?

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A sugar bush is a term used to describe a maple syrup farm where maple sap is collected to produce syrup. It involves tapping maple trees and collecting the sap during the spring season.

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3. Which plant is known scientifically as Ribes cereum?

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The correct scientific name, Ribes cereum, refers to the Fuchsia Flowered Gooseberry plant.

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4. What is the common name for Asarum canadense?

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Asarum canadense is commonly known as Wild Ginger due to its similar aroma to true ginger. Indian Pipe, Mayapple, and Bloodroot are all names of different plant species.

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5. What is the name of a plant that can be found in the mountains of the southern United States that has the unfortunate nickname 'Southern Mountain Misery'?

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Southern Mountain Misery is a plant native to the southern mountains of the United States and is known for its unpleasant nickname due to its spiny leaves and tendency to cause skin irritation.

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6. What is the common name for the plant Prickly Phlox?

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Prickly Phlox is commonly known as Prickly Phlox due to its characteristics. The other options provided do not accurately describe the plant.

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7. What plant is also known as the Redwood Sorrel?

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Redwood Sorrel is a plant native to the redwood forests of the Pacific Northwest, known for its heart-shaped leaves and delicate pink flowers.

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8. What is the term for a plant structure that holds the seeds before they are released?

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A Slink Pod is a plant structure that holds the seeds before they are released. It is commonly found in certain flowering plants to protect and store the seeds until they are ready for dispersal.

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9. What is the common name for the plant Tolmiea menziesii?

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Tolmiea menziesii is commonly known as Piggyback Plant due to its unique way of producing new plantlets on the edges of its leaves that can grow into new plants when they fall to the ground.

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10. What is the largest species of trillium?

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The correct answer is Giant Trillium as it is the largest species of trillium, growing up to several feet in height compared to the smaller varieties like Dwarf Trillium, Miniature Trillium, and Tiny Trillium.

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11. What is the state fruit of California?

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California Huckleberry is the state fruit of California, while Alaska Blueberry, Texas Grapefruit, and New York Apple are not designated as state fruits of their respective states.

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12. What is the scientific name for Feltleaf Ceanothus?

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The scientific name for Feltleaf Ceanothus is Ceanothus Arboreus, not Ceanothus Americanus, Ceanothus Concha, or Ceanothus Thyrsiflorus.

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13. What plant is also known as Soap Plant?

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The correct answer is Soap Plant, which is a plant known for its use in making soap. Sunflower, Rosemary, and Cactus are different plants with distinct characteristics and uses compared to Soap Plant.

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14. What is the scientific name for the plant commonly known as 'Giant Coreopsis'?

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The scientific name for the plant commonly known as 'Giant Coreopsis' is indeed 'Giant Coreopsis'. The other options provided are names of different types of flowers.

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15. What is the scientific name for the plant commonly known as Contra Costa Wallflower?

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The correct scientific name for Contra Costa Wallflower is Erysimum capitatum. It is important to know the scientific names of plants for accurate identification and classification.

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16. What type of strawberry is often found growing in woodlands?

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Woodland strawberries are a type of wild strawberry commonly found growing in wooded areas.

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17. What is the name of the particular species of snapdragon that is native to the Channel Islands of California?

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The Island Snapdragon is a unique species of snapdragon that is specifically native to the Channel Islands of California, making it distinct from other snapdragon varieties.

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18. Which fictional island is known for its hazardous conditions?

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Island Hazardia is a fictional island known for its hazardous conditions, making it a treacherous place to visit or inhabit. The other options are close in meaning but do not accurately represent the specific hazardous nature of Island Hazardia.

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19. What is the scientific name of the Woolly Mammoth?

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The scientific name of the Woolly Mammoth is Woolly Lomantium. The incorrect answers provided are simply made up names that do not exist in scientific classification.

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20. What is another name for the plant known scientifically as Lycium brevipes?

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Lycium brevipes is commonly known as California Boxthorn, not Mexican Prickly Poppy, Russian Sagebrush, or Australian Bottlebrush.

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What is the name of the red, fruit-bearing plant commonly found on...
What is another term for a maple syrup farm where maple sap is...
Which plant is known scientifically as Ribes cereum?
What is the common name for Asarum canadense?
What is the name of a plant that can be found in the mountains of the...
What is the common name for the plant Prickly Phlox?
What plant is also known as the Redwood Sorrel?
What is the term for a plant structure that holds the seeds before...
What is the common name for the plant Tolmiea menziesii?
What is the largest species of trillium?
What is the state fruit of California?
What is the scientific name for Feltleaf Ceanothus?
What plant is also known as Soap Plant?
What is the scientific name for the plant commonly known as 'Giant...
What is the scientific name for the plant commonly known as Contra...
What type of strawberry is often found growing in woodlands?
What is the name of the particular species of snapdragon that is...
Which fictional island is known for its hazardous conditions?
What is the scientific name of the Woolly Mammoth?
What is another name for the plant known scientifically as Lycium...
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