Tag: history of classification

Brassica juncea, commonly known as mustard, Indian mustard, Chinese mustard, vegetable mustard is the species of flowering plant belonging to family Brassicaceae. The leaves, seeds, and stems of Brassica juncea are edible. The mustard condiment which is made from the seeds of Brassica juncea is called brown mustard and is spicier than yellow mustard. So, the correct answer is 'Brassica juncea'.

Cymbopogon martini, commonly known as palmarosa (palm rose) as it smells sweet and rose-like. It belongs to family Poaceae. It is also known as Indian geranium, ginger-grass, rosha and rosha-grass. The essential oil of this plant contains a chemical compound, geraniol which is used in perfumes, cosmetics, soaps, effective insect repellant, antifungal. So, the correct answer is 'Cymbopogon martini'.

Brassica oleracea is a plant species which includes cauliflower, cabbage, broccoli etc. belonging to family Brassicaceae. The botanical name of Cauliflower is Brassica oleracea var. botrytis. Cauliflower is an annual plant that reproduces by seed. The edible part is the head (florets) which is used as a vegetable. So, the correct answer is 'Brassica oleracea var. botrytis'.

Raphanus raphanistrum sativa, commonly known as radish is an edible root vegetable belonging to family Brassicaceae. It was domesticated in Europe. Radishes are grown and consumed worldwide. It is mostly eaten as a raw salad vegetable. They are annual or biennial crops which are grown for their swollen tap roots. It is a fast-growing and cool season crop. So, the correct answer is 'Raphanus sativa'.

• Sorghum vulgare, commonly known as Jowar is a species of monocotyledonous plant belonging to family Poaceae. It is native to Australia. It is an important crop worldwide used as food, animal fodder.

• Oryza sativa, commonly known as rice or Asian rice is a species of monocotyledonous plant belonging to family Poaceae.  Rice is an important part of the diet in many countries, especially in Asia. Rice straw is used as a feed, building materials etc.

• So, the correct answer is 'Sorghum vulgare and Oryza sativa'.

Musa paradisiaca is the scientific name of banana.

Musa superba is the scientific name of rock banana which is a flowering plant.

Musa textilis is the scientific name of a plant of banana species.

Hibiscus mutabilis is the scientific name of a species of roses. 

So, the correct answer is 'Hibiscus mutabilis'.

Pennisetum typhoides, commonly known as pearl millet is the most widely grown type of millet belonging to the family Poaceae. It has been grown in Africa and Southeast Asia. It is the major source of food to the local villagers in that region. Pearl millet is commonly used to make the flatbread. It is well adapted to growing areas characterized by drought, soil fertility and high temperature. So, the correct answer is 'Pennisetum typhoides'.

• Tiger, lion and leopard belong to genus 'Panthera'. 
• The zoological name for lion is 'Panthera leo'.
• 'Panthera pardus' is the zoological name for leopard and 'Panthera tigris' is the zoological name for the tiger. 
• Felis is another genus that comprises small and medium sized cats. There are no such species named as 'Felis leo'.

Cicer arietinum, commonly known as gram, Bengal gram, chickpea is an annual legume belonging to the family Fabaceae. Chickpea seeds are high in protein. It is one of the earliest cultivated legumes. Gram is used as animal feed and also for human consumption. Hence, the botanical name of the gram is Cicer arietinum. So, the correct answer is 'Cicer arietinum'.

Cicer arietinum, commonly known as bengal gram or chick pea or gram is an annual legume belonging to the family Fabaceae. They are rich in protein. It is one of the earliest cultivated legumes. It is also used in salads, stews and soups. It is also used as animal feed as it is a rich source of protein. So, the correct answer is 'Bengal gram'.