Question

Palm sugar is obtained from
A. Phoenix sylvestris
B. Borassus flabellifer
C. Caryota urens
D. All of the above

Answer 1

Hint:- Palm sugar is a type of sweetener which is made from the flower sap of the coconut palm tree. Its manufacturing involves minimum processing and no chemicals so is often referred to as natural sugar. The sap is heated first and then a thick syrup is produced from it, which is then used to make crystals
It is used in various traditional dishes and cuisines, curries, sauces, and desserts all over the world.

Complete step-by-step solution:- Phoenix sylvestris is a flowering plant which is also known as silver or wild date palm. It is used in wine and jelly. The sap is tapped and drunk fresh or fermented into toddy. The fresh sap is boiled to make palm jaggery in the West Bengal state of India and Bangladesh.

Borassus flabellifer is also known as doub or toddy palm is cultivated in South Asia including India.
Caryota urens is a species of flowering plants. It also belongs to the palm family. It is often used in farms, fields, and rainforest clearings.

All the given plants like Phoenix sylvestris, Borassus flabellifer, and Caryota urens are used to obtain palm sugar. Thus, Option (D) is the correct option.

Note:-
Palm sugar is a type of unrefined sugar, it is known to be rich in vitamins and minerals. It is used as a substitute for white and brown sugar. It is a source of various minerals (like potassium, phosphorus, zinc, iron, manganese, and copper), vitamins B, and antioxidants.It contains around sixteen amino acids and has a low glycemic index i.e it is slowly absorbed in the intestine, preventing the sudden increase of insulin level.