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Herbal Terminology Trivia Quiz

Herbs have been used in many ways since pre-historic times. They have been used as medicine, food, and dyes. This quiz will test your general botanical knowledge.

A multiple-choice quiz by jtcarrot. Estimated time: 3 mins.

Author
jtcarrot

Time
3 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
94,283

Updated
Dec 03 21

# Qns
10

Difficulty
Average

Avg Score
7 / 10

Plays
1400

One at a Time - Single Page - Timed Game

Question 1 of 10

1. The broad, thin part of a leaf is usually referred to as which of these? Hint

blade

board

bulb

palate

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Question 2 of 10

2. When speaking of "the apex" of a leaf, what is being referred to? Hint

the base

the tip

the veins

the coloring

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Question 3 of 10

3. Which of these herbs can help stimulate the appetite? Hint

Ginger

Rose Hips

Lavender

Cayenne

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Question 4 of 10

4. Which area of the world did the herb rosemary originate from? Hint

South America

The Mediterranean

Asia

Northern Canada

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Question 5 of 10

5. Which of these plants would most likely taste salty? Hint

dandelion

coltsfoot

mint

rhubarb

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Question 6 of 10

6. Ground juniper berries have a distinct smell of: Hint

citrus

evergreen trees

mint

pineapple juice

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Question 7 of 10

7. Which plant is good for a mild sunburn? Hint

spider plant

aloe plant

fennel

poplar

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Question 8 of 10

8. In a grocery store, which of these is likely to be the most expensive? Hint

saffron

ginger

garlic

pepper

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Question 9 of 10

9. What does an antipyretic herb do? Hint

reduces a fever

eliminates boils

soothes a sunburn

calms a cough

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Question 10 of 10

10. Indigo would most likely dye a fabric which colour? Hint

purple

pink

red

blue

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. The broad, thin part of a leaf is usually referred to as which of these?

Answer: blade

The first known herb book was written in ancient China around 2700 B.C. It also discussed the parts of plants.

2. When speaking of "the apex" of a leaf, what is being referred to?

Answer: the tip

Plants dry best in the shade and in stable temperatures. While many people hang their plants upside down to dry (with the apex pointing down), it is not necessary.

3. Which of these herbs can help stimulate the appetite?

Answer: Cayenne

Some other common herbs that can help stimulate the appetite are: dill, celery, juniper, dandelion, caraway, anise, garlic, leek, mint, tarragon, saffron, and parsley.

4. Which area of the world did the herb rosemary originate from?

Answer: The Mediterranean

Rosemary is an evergreen shrub that originated in the Mediterranean.

5. Which of these plants would most likely taste salty?

Answer: coltsfoot

Coltsfoot is sometimes called "British Tobacco."

6. Ground juniper berries have a distinct smell of:

Answer: evergreen trees

Juniper berries are often chewed, steeped, ground, and even made into jam.

7. Which plant is good for a mild sunburn?

Answer: aloe plant

The clear goo that comes out of an aloe plant is great when applied externally to mild sunburns. (More severe burns should be seen by a doctor)

8. In a grocery store, which of these is likely to be the most expensive?

Answer: saffron

Saffron is used in very small amounts and provides a great deal of flavor, especially to stews and fish.

9. What does an antipyretic herb do?

Answer: reduces a fever

Bloodroot, Boneset, Currant, and Magnolia are examples of antipyretics.

10. Indigo would most likely dye a fabric which colour?

Answer: blue

Coffee, Spanish Onions, and Dandelions are other common dye plants.

Source: Author jtcarrot

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