Solanum melongena (Tropical Eggplant) - Image 3

Botanical name: Solanum melongena

Common names: Tropical Eggplant, Asian Eggplant

Family: Solanaceae

Large shrub 5-10 ft tallSmall plant 2-5 ftSemi-shadeFull sunModerate waterRegular waterBlue, lavender, purple flowersWhite, off-white flowersPink flowersEdible plant
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Solanum melongena (Tropical Eggplant) purple fruit close up on a white surface.
Solanum melongena Asian variety
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