Flower Types and Characteristics Quiz

Stem length, flower size, and uniformity are all useful in determining the __________ for many flower types.

• sleeving

• condition

• bunching

• grade

Figure 1 shows a variety of ________ shapes.

• perianth

• calyx

• corolla

• petal

When a leaf has no petiole, the leaf is ________ or attached directly to the stem.

• stipulate

• sessile

• perfoliate

• sheathed

Most flowers may be conditioned together with other flowers, except __________, because they produce a sappy secretion that flows from the stems after they are cut.

• carnations

• daffodils

• roses

• snapdragons

Avoid the use of buckets or containers made of __________ because they can react chemically with the acidifiers in the preservatives.

• plastic

• glass

• metal

• rubber

__________ refers to the amount or degree of moisture in the air.

• Humidity

• Temperature

• Pressure

• Wind Speed

__________, or a wilted appearance, is an ethylene-induced disorder in cut flowers.

• Abscission

• Blight

• Chlorosis

• Necrosis

An overall feeling, style, or message that a floral design suggests, known as a __________, can be achieved through the use of accessories.

• theme

• pattern

• texture

• color

In contrast to the principle of harmony, the concept of __________ means that the whole composition must be predominant over its individual parts.

• unity

• balance

• contrast

• variety

Bridal bouquets often display __________ balance, with all elements extending out from a common point.

• radial

• linear

• asymmetrical

• vertical