Question

1. asexual propagation begins plant growth by using methods other than _______.

a. soil
b. seeds
c. water
d. fertilizer

1. a node is:

a. the end of the root system
b. where two leaves meet
c. a point on a stem where leaves/stems attach
d. a cut at the base of a root

1. an internode is:

a. the space between two nodes
b. the longest part of a leaf
c. a type of hormone
d. the root tip

1. a stem cutting is usually _______ inches long.

a. 1–2
b. 3–4
c. 4–6
d. 8–10

1. herbaceous plants have:

a. bark
b. soft tissue
c. woody tissue
d. no stems

1. which of the following is a woody plant?

a. coleus
b. geranium
c. hosta
d. holly

1. root cuttings should be spaced _______ apart.

a. 1 inch
b. 2 inches
c. 3 inches
d. 6 inches

1. a good medium for root cuttings is:

a. clay
b. sand/vermiculite/perlite mix
c. mulch
d. potting soil only

Explanation:

1. Asexual propagation uses non-seed methods (e.g., cuttings).
2. A node is where leaves/stems attach to a stem.
3. An internode is the space between two nodes.
4. Stem cuttings are typically 4–6 inches long for viability.
5. Herbaceous plants have soft, non-woody tissue.
6. Holly is a woody plant (others are herbaceous).
7. Root cuttings need 3 inches spacing for growth.
8. A sand/vermiculite/perlite mix drains well for root cuttings.

Answer:

1. b. seeds
2. c. a point on a stem where leaves/stems attach
3. a. the space between two nodes
4. c. 4–6
5. b. soft tissue
6. d. Holly
7. c. 3 inches
8. b. sand/vermiculite/perlite mix