Floral Design Exam 1 (PWS 112 BYU) Questions with
Correct Answers 2024 update
Who devised a scientific naming system of plants?
Carl Linnaeus
When was the scientific naming of plants created?
the 1700's
Who was Carl Linnaeus and where was he from?
Swedish Botanist who created the binomial system
What is a binomial naming system?
Two word name to identify various plant species (Genus name + species name)
Why is Latin or the Latin-based name used?
Scholars and scientists have used Latin for a long time - it's the international
language of science
Define botanical name and scientific name
Botanical name = binomial name = scientific name = Latin name
Define genus
The first word used in the binomial name of a plant, italicized and capitalized
Define species
The second word in the binomial name of a plant that is italicized but not capitalized -
the specific epithet
Define hybrid
A cross plant between two different species
Define cultivar
A specific form of a species or hybrid, bred for specific qualities, not italicized, written
in single quotes
Define taxonomic botanist
One who identifies, classifies, and names plants
Why is it advantageous to know scientific names?
Because they are used around the world, and everyone will know what you are
talking about - it's the only unmistakable and unfailing name for a plant
What is a common name?
The name by which a flower is generally known
What is a plant "family"?
A classification of plants that includes several genera of similar characteristics
Although the sunflower has long been a member of the Compositae family, the
name was updated to what?
Asteraceae
Why is it sometimes beneficial to know the name origin of a genus scientific
name?
It provides a guide to the derivation and meaning of scientific names
Although most flowers are available year-round, why are some still classified
as seasonal?
Because some are still only available for a couple months out of the year
Name some examples of seasonal branches.
Magnolia, acacia, forsythia, crabapple, pomegranate
Why is some foliage considered "seasonal" and is only harvested for 3 or 4
months each year?
, They are used and associated only with a specific season
Why are some leaves from potted plants used in floral design?
They are used for their patterns, colors, and visual interest
In addition to cut foliage and leaves, what are some other plant parts (besides
flowers) that are often used in floral designs?
grasses, herbs, vines, bamboos, berries, sticks, pods
What is the definition of "cut foliage" and what are alternative names in the
floral industry for cut foliage?
Cut greens or foliage that is cut from its mother plant and packaged in bunches
What are "woody cuts" and what are requirements to be used in the floral
industry?
branches and stems harvested from woody vines, shrubs, and trees. must have tall
stems and quality postharvest life or vase life.
Name some examples of flowering branches from woody cuts.
forsythia, plum, and pussywillow
Where was Carolus Linnaeus from and what was his profession? (look in the
glossary in the back of the text for more information on Linnaeus for answers
to test questions on him).
Swedish botanist originally called Karl von Linne
Which 3 countries are producers and exporters and continue to be the leaders
in worldwide cut flower exports?
Colombia, Ecuador, and the Netherlands
Name the 3 main worldwide staple crops.
Roses, carnations, and chrysanthemums
What does "seasonal availability" refer to?
refers to the peak supply times for flowers and foliage due to plants natural growth
Why are flowers generally harvested in the early morning?
because they have higher carbohydrate levels in the mornings and therefore they
last longer because they contain stored energy
What 3 US crops are available by grade or a grading system?
Roses, carnations, and gladioli
What are the factors or characteristics that determine grade?
stem length, stem strength, stem straightness, flower size and petal count,
uniformity, freedom from defects, foliage quality, and typical vase life
Domestic roses produced in the US are often sold in what length increments
and how are they typically labeled?
They are sold in 4 inch increments with stem lengths from 10-30 inches. labels:
shorts, mediums, longs, fancy, and extra fancy
Most worldwide roses are sold in what lengths and how are they identified?
10 centimeter increments. stem lengths are 40, 50, 60, 70, and 80 centimeters.
identified as shorts, mediums, longs, extra longs, and extra-extra longs
How many roses and carnations are typically bunched together?
25
What about other flower types?
10 or 12
What are the factors that determine how many flowers are grouped in spray-
type flowers?
The number of open flowers, by weight, or by bunch size
What does UPC stand for and why are these codes now used on bunches and
boxes?
Correct Answers 2024 update
Who devised a scientific naming system of plants?
Carl Linnaeus
When was the scientific naming of plants created?
the 1700's
Who was Carl Linnaeus and where was he from?
Swedish Botanist who created the binomial system
What is a binomial naming system?
Two word name to identify various plant species (Genus name + species name)
Why is Latin or the Latin-based name used?
Scholars and scientists have used Latin for a long time - it's the international
language of science
Define botanical name and scientific name
Botanical name = binomial name = scientific name = Latin name
Define genus
The first word used in the binomial name of a plant, italicized and capitalized
Define species
The second word in the binomial name of a plant that is italicized but not capitalized -
the specific epithet
Define hybrid
A cross plant between two different species
Define cultivar
A specific form of a species or hybrid, bred for specific qualities, not italicized, written
in single quotes
Define taxonomic botanist
One who identifies, classifies, and names plants
Why is it advantageous to know scientific names?
Because they are used around the world, and everyone will know what you are
talking about - it's the only unmistakable and unfailing name for a plant
What is a common name?
The name by which a flower is generally known
What is a plant "family"?
A classification of plants that includes several genera of similar characteristics
Although the sunflower has long been a member of the Compositae family, the
name was updated to what?
Asteraceae
Why is it sometimes beneficial to know the name origin of a genus scientific
name?
It provides a guide to the derivation and meaning of scientific names
Although most flowers are available year-round, why are some still classified
as seasonal?
Because some are still only available for a couple months out of the year
Name some examples of seasonal branches.
Magnolia, acacia, forsythia, crabapple, pomegranate
Why is some foliage considered "seasonal" and is only harvested for 3 or 4
months each year?
, They are used and associated only with a specific season
Why are some leaves from potted plants used in floral design?
They are used for their patterns, colors, and visual interest
In addition to cut foliage and leaves, what are some other plant parts (besides
flowers) that are often used in floral designs?
grasses, herbs, vines, bamboos, berries, sticks, pods
What is the definition of "cut foliage" and what are alternative names in the
floral industry for cut foliage?
Cut greens or foliage that is cut from its mother plant and packaged in bunches
What are "woody cuts" and what are requirements to be used in the floral
industry?
branches and stems harvested from woody vines, shrubs, and trees. must have tall
stems and quality postharvest life or vase life.
Name some examples of flowering branches from woody cuts.
forsythia, plum, and pussywillow
Where was Carolus Linnaeus from and what was his profession? (look in the
glossary in the back of the text for more information on Linnaeus for answers
to test questions on him).
Swedish botanist originally called Karl von Linne
Which 3 countries are producers and exporters and continue to be the leaders
in worldwide cut flower exports?
Colombia, Ecuador, and the Netherlands
Name the 3 main worldwide staple crops.
Roses, carnations, and chrysanthemums
What does "seasonal availability" refer to?
refers to the peak supply times for flowers and foliage due to plants natural growth
Why are flowers generally harvested in the early morning?
because they have higher carbohydrate levels in the mornings and therefore they
last longer because they contain stored energy
What 3 US crops are available by grade or a grading system?
Roses, carnations, and gladioli
What are the factors or characteristics that determine grade?
stem length, stem strength, stem straightness, flower size and petal count,
uniformity, freedom from defects, foliage quality, and typical vase life
Domestic roses produced in the US are often sold in what length increments
and how are they typically labeled?
They are sold in 4 inch increments with stem lengths from 10-30 inches. labels:
shorts, mediums, longs, fancy, and extra fancy
Most worldwide roses are sold in what lengths and how are they identified?
10 centimeter increments. stem lengths are 40, 50, 60, 70, and 80 centimeters.
identified as shorts, mediums, longs, extra longs, and extra-extra longs
How many roses and carnations are typically bunched together?
25
What about other flower types?
10 or 12
What are the factors that determine how many flowers are grouped in spray-
type flowers?
The number of open flowers, by weight, or by bunch size
What does UPC stand for and why are these codes now used on bunches and
boxes?
