What is the common name of the plant with the scientific name Solanum tuberosum?

Biology Mcqs for PPSC, FPSC, NTS, and Pakistan government job tests. Select an option below, then read the explanation.

PPSCFPSCNTSPakistan govt jobs
Subject
Biology Mcqsbiology-mcqs
Published
11 May 2018
Last updated
28 May 2026

Browse all Biology Mcqs

Choose the correct answer

Explanation

Solanum tuberosum is the scientific designation for the potato plant. The other options correspond to different species: Garlic (Allium sativum), Golden Shower Tree (Cassia fistula), Cherry Tomato (a variety of Solanum lycopersicum), and Carrot (Daucus carota).

SolveExam — free MCQs and past papers for Pakistan government job tests. Content is for educational practice only.