- What is the conservation status of Zamia (Cardboard palm)?
A: Vulnerable
B: Endangered
C: Critically Endangered
D: Least Concern
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Zamia (Cardboard palm) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN. - To which plant division does Zamia (Cardboard palm) belong?
A: Angiosperms
B: Bryophyta
C: Pteridophyta
D: Cycadophyta
Correct Answer: D
Explanation: Zamia (Cardboard palm) belongs to the Cycadophyta division. - Where is Zamia (Cardboard palm) endemic to?
A: Western Mexico
B: Southeastern USA
C: Northeastern Brazil
D: Southeastern Veracruz, Mexico
Correct Answer: D
Explanation: Zamia (Cardboard palm) is endemic to southeastern Veracruz state in eastern Mexico. - Which family does Zamia (Cardboard palm) belong to?
A: Arecaceae
B: Zamiaceae
C: Fabaceae
D: Rosaceae
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Zamia (Cardboard palm) belongs to the Zamiaceae family. - How tall can the entire Zamia (Cardboard palm) plant typically grow?
A: 0.5 meters
B: 1.3 meters
C: 2 meters
D: 3.5 meters
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: The whole plant typically grows to 1.3 meters tall. - How wide can Zamia (Cardboard palm) plant grow?
A: 0.5 meters
B: 1 meter
C: 2 meters
D: 3 meters
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: The whole plant typically grows to about 2 meters in width. - How long can the leaves of Zamia (Cardboard palm) be?
A: 20-50 cm
B: 50-150 cm
C: 100-200 cm
D: 150-300 cm
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Each leaf can be 50–150 cm long. - What is the length of the petiole of Zamia (Cardboard palm) leaves?
A: 5-10 cm
B: 10-20 cm
C: 15-30 cm
D: 20-40 cm
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: The petiole of the leaves is 15–30 cm long. - How many pairs of leaflets does each leaf of the Zamia (Cardboard palm) have?
A: 4-10 pairs
B: 6-12 pairs
C: 10-15 pairs
D: 8-16 pairs
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Each leaf has 6-12 pairs of extremely stiff, pubescent green leaflets. - What shape do the leaves of Zamia (Cardboard palm) resemble?
A: Bamboo shoots
B: Pine needles
C: Fern or palm fronds
D: Oak leaves
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: The circular crowns of leaves resemble fern or palm fronds. - What toxic substance is found in all parts of Zamia (Cardboard palm)?
A: Ricin
B: Cycasin
C: Strychnine
D: Hemlock
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: All parts of the plant contain Cycasin, which is poisonous. - Which animals are known to be poisoned by the seeds of Zamia (Cardboard palm)?
A: Birds
B: Small mammals such as dogs and cats
C: Grazing cattle
D: Fish
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: The seeds are poisonous enough to kill small mammals such as dogs and cats. - What kind of toxin besides Cycasin does Zamia (Cardboard palm) contain?
A: A neurotoxin
B: A cardiotoxin
C: A cyanogenic toxin
D: A hepatotoxin
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: It contains an unknown nervous system toxin. - What is the reproductive structure found in the center of female Zamia (Cardboard palm)?
A: A flower
B: A fruit
C: A rusty-brown cone
D: A seed pod
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: The plant produces a rusty-brown cone in the center of the female plant. - Is Zamia (Cardboard palm) a monoecious or dioecious species?
A: Monoecious
B: Dioecious
C: Hermaphroditic
D: Asexual
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Zamia (Cardboard palm) is a dioecious species with separate male and female plants. - What insect primarily pollinates Zamia (Cardboard palm)?
A: Bees
B: Butterflies
C: Cycad weevil Rhopalotria mollis
D: Ants
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Pollination is done by the cycad weevil Rhopalotria mollis. - What color are the seeds produced by female Zamia (Cardboard palm) plants?
A: Green
B: Blue
C: Crimson
D: White
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: The seeds are brightly crimson-colored. - What classification do the seeds of Zamia (Cardboard palm) fall under?
A: Dry and lightweight
B: Fleshy and brightly colored
C: Hard and woody
D: Transparent and small
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: The seeds are fleshy and brightly colored. - What makes germination of Zamia (Cardboard palm) seeds difficult?
A: Lack of water
B: Exposure to sunlight
C: Slow and difficult germination process
D: High soil pH
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: The germination process is slow and difficult to achieve in cultivation. - Why is the Zamia (Cardboard palm) species classified as Endangered?
A: Natural predators
B: Illegal collection in the wild
C: Climate change
D: Diseases
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Many plants sold for horticultural use are illegally collected in the wild. - What can be inferred about the care of Zamia (Cardboard palm)?
A: Difficult and high-maintenance
B: Requires full shade
C: Easy to care for
D: Only grows in sandy soil
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: This plant is easy to care for and grows well in a variety of conditions. - Where can Zamia (Cardboard palm) grow besides full sun?
A: Deep shade only
B: Constant wet conditions
C: Full sun or partial shade
D: Only indoor environments
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: They do well in full sun or partial shade, but not in constant deep shade. - What type of soil is best for Zamia (Cardboard palm)?
A: Rocky soil
B: Sandy soil without drainage
C: Moist, well-drained soil
D: Heavy clay soil
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: It grows best in moist, well-drained soil. - How tolerant is Zamia (Cardboard palm) to drought?
A: Very tolerant
B: Not tolerant at all
C: Moderately tolerant
D: Can’t tolerate any drought
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: They are fairly salt- and drought-tolerant. - What should Zamia (Cardboard palm) occasionally be fed with?
A: Cactus food
B: Palm food
C: Organic compost
D: Fish emulsion
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: They should occasionally be fed with palm food. - What is the second most popular cycad species in cultivation after Cycas revoluta?
A: Zamia integrifolia
B: Zamia furfuracea (Cardboard palm)
C: Dioon edule
D: Encephalartos altensteinii
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Zamia furfuracea (Cardboard palm) is the most popular after Cycas revoluta. - In which regions is Zamia (Cardboard palm) grown as a houseplant?
A: Tropical regions
B: Temperate regions
C: Desert regions
D: Arctic regions
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: In temperate regions, it is commonly grown as a houseplant. - How are Zamia (Cardboard palm) typically grown outdoors in subtropical areas?
A: In hanging pots
B: As a climbing plant
C: As a container or bedding plant
D: Under a canopy
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: In subtropical areas, it is grown as a container or bedding plant outdoors. - What does the binomial name “furfuracea” mean?
A: Pine nut
B: Mealy or scurfy
C: Palm leaf
D: Crimson seed
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Furfuracea means “mealy” or “scurfy”. - What precaution should be taken against extreme cold for Zamia (Cardboard palm)?
A: It should be fertilized frequently.
B: It should be protected or moved indoors.
C: It should be watered more.
D: It should be pruned.
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: It should be protected from extreme cold. - How does the plant gain its name “Cardboard palm”?
A: Because of its resemblance to cardboard
B: Because of its surfboard-shaped leaves
C: Because it superficially looks like a palm
D: Because it grows better in cardboard containers
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Its growth habit superficially resembles a palm. - What function do the scars on the trunk of Zamia (Cardboard palm) have?
A: Moisture retention
B: Indicator of plant age
C: Help in seed dispersal
D: Classification characteristic
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: The trunk is marked with scars from old leaf bases, indicating the plant’s age. - What is the average width of Zamia (Cardboard palm) leaflets?
A: 1-2 cm
B: 2-4 cm
C: 3-5 cm
D: 4-6 cm
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: The leaflets grow 3–5 cm wide. - How long can Zamia (Cardboard palm) leaflets grow?
A: Up to 10 cm
B: Up to 15 cm
C: Up to 20 cm
D: Up to 25 cm
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: The leaflets can grow 8–20 cm long. - What occurs to the leaflets of Zamia (Cardboard palm) towards the tips?
A: They turn yellow.
B: They become toothed.
C: They fall off.
D: They become smooth.
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Occasionally, the leaflets are toothed toward the tips. - What is the plant’s primary mode of pollination?
A: Wind
B: Water
C: Insects
D: Self-pollination
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Pollination is primarily done by certain insects like the cycad weevil. - What is the common name derived from the Latin “zamia”?
A: Palm nut
B: Pine nut
C: Sea nut
D: Ground nut
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: The name “zamia” comes from the Latin word for “pine nut”. - What type of plant is Zamia (Cardboard palm) falsely thought to be?
A: A conifer
B: A flowering plant
C: A true palm
D: A cactus
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Although it is not a true palm, its growth habit is similar to a palm. - What kind of leaves does Zamia (Cardboard palm) have in full sun?
A: Drooping
B: Horizontal
C: Erect
D: Yellowing
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: The leaves are erect when exposed to full sun. - Name a common use of Zamia (Cardboard palm) in cultivation.
A: Herb garden plant
B: Container or bedding plant
C: Ornamental bonsai
D: Trellis climber
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: It is commonly used as a container or bedding plant. - Which environmental condition can Zamia (Cardboard palm) not tolerate?
A: Full sun
B: Moist, well-drained soil
C: Extreme cold
D: Partial shade
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Zamia (Cardboard palm) cannot tolerate extreme cold. - How should a non-lethal environment be maintained for Zamia (Cardboard palm)?
A: Provide full shade only.
B: Ensure extreme cold weather.
C: Maintain in moist, well-drained soil and occasional palm food.
D: Water excessively.
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Maintain it in moist, well-drained soil and feed occasionally with palm food. - What kind of palms have similar appearances to Zamia (Cardboard palm)?
A: Coconut palms
B: Fern or palm fronds
C: Date palms
D: Fan palms
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: The leaves resemble fern or palm fronds. - How are the cones of male Zamia (Cardboard palm)?
A: Smaller and pollen-producing
B: Larger and seed-producing
C: Brown and dry
D: Green and fleshy
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: The male plants produce smaller, pollen-producing cone clusters. - What type of sun exposure can this plant tolerate?
A: Only deep shade
B: Full sun to partial shade
C: No sunlight
D: Constant full sun only
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Zamia (Cardboard palm) does well in full sun or partial shade. - What is a typical trait of the plant’s growth when it is young?
A: Rapid growth
B: Slow growth
C: Height increase
D: Increased leaf size
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: The plant grows very slowly when young. - At what stage does the growth of Zamia (Cardboard palm) accelerate?
A: During the first year
B: After the trunk matures
C: In constant shade
D: After extreme drought
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Growth accelerates after the trunk matures. - What type of food should be given to Zamia (Cardboard palm)?
A: Cactus food
B: Flowering plant food
C: Palm food
D: Herb food
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: It should occasionally be fed with palm food. - What can overwatering cause for Zamia (Cardboard palm)?
A: Accelerated growth
B: Fungal diseases
C: Inceased leaf production
D: Root rot
Correct Answer: D
Explanation: Overwatering can cause root rot in the plant. - What element of Zamia (Cardboard palm) has aesthetic resemblance?
A: Circular crowns of leaves
B: Straight stems
C: Flat roots
D: Round seeds
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: Circular crowns of leaves resemble fern or palm fronds aesthetically. - What is the classification order of Zamia (Cardboard palm)?
A: Fabales
B: Cycadales
C: Arecales
D: Rosales
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: It belongs to the order Cycadales. - What type of environment can Zamia (Cardboard palm) thrive in?
A: Salty and drought-prone environments
B: Extremely wet environments
C: High-altitude areas
D: Rocky soils
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: It is fairly salt- and drought-tolerant. - What is the lifespan expectation for Zamia (Cardboard palm)’s leaves under shade?
A: Become erect
B: Grow horizontally
C: Stay at full height
D: Shorten in length
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: The leaves grow horizontally in the shade. - What is not known about the poisoning from Zamia (Cardboard palm)?
A: The toxic substance
B: The symptoms
C: The treatment
D: The affected animals
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: No treatment for the poisoning is currently known. - What causes immediate dehydration in Zamia (Cardboard palm) poisoning?
A: Seed ingestion
B: Flower contact
C: Root exposure
D: Leaf touching
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: The seeds cause immediate dehydration upon poisoning. - How should people handle Zamia (Cardboard palm) seeds?
A: With bare hands
B: With gloves and caution
C: With a shovel
D: With watering cans
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Seeds should be handled with gloves and caution due to their toxicity. - What is the primary appeal of Zamia (Cardboard palm) in gardens?
A: Low maintenance
B: Requires extreme shade
C: Needs no nutrients
D: Rarely needs water
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: Its primary appeal is that it is low maintenance. - What is the range of leaflet length in Zamia (Cardboard palm)?
A: 5-10 cm
B: 8-20 cm
C: 10-15 cm
D: 12-18 cm
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Leaflets grow between 8–20 cm long. - What is a common name for Zamia (Cardboard palm) that reflects its taxonomic classification more accurately?
A: Cardboard sago
B: Cardboard cycad
C: Mexican fern
D: Cardboard tree
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: A more accurate common name reflecting its taxonomy is the cardboard cycad. - What is the height and breadth of the trunk of Zamia (Cardboard palm)?
A: 10 cm both ways
B: 20 cm both ways
C: 30 cm both ways
D: 40 cm both ways
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: The trunk can be up to 20 cm broad and high.