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1. Which plant is characterized by rough leaf, hair, triangular points on leaf, and a yellow flower with a brown center?

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Black eyed Susan is identified by its distinctive features including a rough leaf, hair, triangular points on the leaf, and a yellow flower with a brown center. The other options - Sunflower, Dandelion, and Marigold - do not match all the characteristics described in the question.

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Perennials - Quiz

Explore the identification and characteristics of various nursery perennials in this focused assessment. Enhance your understanding of plant species, their growth conditions, and maintenance. Ideal for students and... see moreprofessionals in botany and horticulture, enriching both academic knowledge and practical skills. see less

2. What type of flowers are associated with the following phrase: Fat, clubby fingers; flowers look upside down?

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The description given in the question is commonly associated with the unique appearance of Columbine flowers, which have spurs that can resemble 'fat, clubby fingers' and petals that hang downward like they are 'upside down'.

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3. What plant is characterized by hairy, long, gently rounded leaves?

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Gaillardia is a plant known for its hairy, long, gently rounded leaves. Hostas have large, textured leaves with distinct veins, Echinacea has long, thin, serrated leaves, and Monstera has large, glossy, heart-shaped leaves with splits or holes.

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4. What plant has leaves that are slender at the base, very wide at the top, usually variegated, and have parallel veins?

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Hostas are known for their distinct leaf shape with a slender base, wide top, variegation, and parallel veins. Ferns have fronds with a different leaf structure. Cacti have cylindrical or flattened stem segments. Begonias have asymmetrical leaves with different colors and textures.

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5. Which plant has leaves in groups of 3, thorns on its stem, and serrated leaves?

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The correct answer, Hybrid Tea Rose, is known for having leaves in groups of 3, thorns on its stem, and serrated leaves. Daisy typically does not have thorns or serrated leaves, Oak Tree generally doesn't have leaves in groups of 3, and Cactus has a different leaf structure altogether.

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6. What flower looks like an oak leaf?

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Mums are known for their leaves resembling oak leaves, while daisies, roses, and tulips have different leaf structures.

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7. How many fingers does a peony have?

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Peonies are known for having 3 petals, which are often mistaken for fingers.

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8. What plant is known for its hairy, nearly heart-shaped leaves?

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Purple Coneflower is a plant known for its unique hairy, nearly heart-shaped leaves. It is a popular perennial flower in many gardens.

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9. Which plant is known for having long, very serrated leaves?

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Shasta Daisy is characterized by long, very serrated leaves, making it distinct from other plants like Sunflower, Rosemary, and Begonia which have different leaf shapes and textures.

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10. Base of leaf is like a narrow tube, leaves spread out and very wavy.

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The description provided matches the characteristics of a Tulip flower, which has narrow tube-shaped leaves that spread out and have a wavy appearance.

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11. Which plant has red nodes and sharp/serrated leaves?

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Astilbe is known for its red nodes and sharp/serrated leaves. Hosta has large green leaves, Bleeding Heart has heart-shaped pink flowers, and Begonia has colorful leaves but not necessarily sharp or serrated.

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12. Leaves fold in half, come out of center like a new day.

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The description provided in the question perfectly matches the characteristics of a Day Lily, where its leaves fold in half and come out of the center resembling a new day.

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13. What flower is described as having long, smooth leaves, too rounded to be a boat tip?

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The description provided matches that of a Jonquil flower, which has long, smooth leaves that are too rounded to resemble a boat tip. Tulips, daffodils, and lilies have different leaf shapes and characteristics compared to the described features.

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Which plant is characterized by rough leaf, hair, triangular points on...
What type of flowers are associated with the following phrase: Fat,...
What plant is characterized by hairy, long, gently rounded leaves?
What plant has leaves that are slender at the base, very wide at the...
Which plant has leaves in groups of 3, thorns on its stem, and...
What flower looks like an oak leaf?
How many fingers does a peony have?
What plant is known for its hairy, nearly heart-shaped leaves?
Which plant is known for having long, very serrated leaves?
Base of leaf is like a narrow tube, leaves spread out and very wavy.
Which plant has red nodes and sharp/serrated leaves?
Leaves fold in half, come out of center like a new day.
What flower is described as having long, smooth leaves, too rounded to...
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