Which among the following is NOT a horticulture crop?

The correct answer is Option (2) → Cereal crops

The distinction lies in the branch of agriculture they belong to: Horticulture vs. Agronomy.

• Cereal Crops: These belong to Agronomy. They are field crops grown on a large scale for their seeds (grains), such as wheat, rice, maize, and barley. They typically require extensive cultivation and provide the primary source of calories for the global population.

• Horticulture Crops: This branch involves the "culture of gardens." It focuses on more intensive cultivation of plants for food, comfort, or beauty. It is generally divided into:

  • Pomology: Fruits

  • Olericulture: Vegetables

  • Floriculture: Flowers and ornamental plants

  • Medicinal and Aromatic Plants: Plants used for health or fragrance.