Question

Rambutan is a close cousin of the litchi fruit, but not as well known. It is a member of the Sapindaceae family and resembles the litchi, except for its long, flesh coloured spines. Rambutan (Napheluim lappaceum) is an evet green tropical tree which reaches a height of 50 10 80 feet and has a straight trunk, with a dense spreading crown. There are both male and female trees and only femate trees bear fruit. It grows best in deep, clay loam or sandy loam rich in organic matter Rambutan is usually propagated by seeds. The seeds taken from the fruit, may be planted horizontally with the flattened side downward so that the seeding grows straight and has a strong root system. While harvesting the entire fruit cluster must be cut from the branch. The fruit must be kept dry and well ventilated to prevent them from getting spoilt. The peeled fruits are occasionally stewed as dessert.
Questions
(a) Which fruit does the Rambutan look like?
(b) What is the botanical name for Rambutan?
(c) What kind of soil is ideal for Rambutan?
(d) Why should the seed be planted horizontally​

Answer 1

Answer:

a. Rambutan looks like the litchi fruit.

b. The botanical name of Rambutan is Napheluim lappaceum.

c. Deep clay loam or sandy loam soil is ideal for Rambutan.

d. The seeds should be planted horizontally with the flattened side downward so that the seeding grows straight and has a strong root system.