Test your knowledge of trees by taking a little quiz on tree scientific names, tree folklore and trivia.

1.  What do you call a group of tree species that have fundamental traits in common but that differs in lesser characteristics?

a. species

b. hybrid

c. genus

 

2.  What do you call a tree derived from one parent that is genetically identical to the parent tree?

a. cultivar

b. clone

c. superior selection

 

3. What kind of tree is an Alnus glutinosa?

a. Alder, Black

b. Alder, European

c. Alder, Common

 

4.  What is the scientific name for the Paper Birch tree?

a. Betula papyrifera

b. Betula pendula

c. Betula lenta

 

5.  What is the common name for the tree Prunus virginia?

a. Chinquapin

b. Crabapple, Parkman

c. Chokecherry, Common

 

6. In Wiccan Folklore, which tree is called "the Honesty"?

a. Ash Tree

b. Chestnut Tree

c. Cypress Tree

 

7. In folklore, which tree symbolizes love, charm, appeal and attraction?

a. Fig Tree

b. Apple Tree

c. Oak Tree

 

8. Which tree was most used for barrel-making and ship building as well as for spells?

a. White Oak

b. Poplar

c. Willow

 

9. In ancient folklore, which plant symbolized the King that mated with Queen Ivy in the old Somerset carol?

a. Heather

b. Rowan

c. Holly

 

10. According to the Celtic Tree Calendar, which tree paired with the moon of waters for prosperity, protection and healing?

a. Alder

b. Ash

c. Elder

 

Would you like to learn more about trees? Visit some of these resource links and begin expanding your knowledge of trees.

Links:

Tree Lore

Illumination of Spirit- Celtic Tree Knowledge

Common Trees

Identify and Name 100 Trees

Common Trees of the Pacific Northwest

Common Forest Trees of North Carolina

Encyclopedia of Trees

Trees of North America

Forestry Extension Utah Trees

Answer Key

1. c. genus
2. b. clone
3. c. Alder, Common
4. a. Betula papyrifera
5. c. Chokecherry, Common
6. b. Chestnut Tree
7. b. Apple Tree
8. a. White Oak
9. c. Holly
10. b. Ash