Category: Fruits

What causes the purple pigment? A class of compounds generally called anthocyanin. The specific anthocyanins present in the tomatoes are mainly petunidin, but malvidin and delphinidin are also present. The anthocyanins are modified by the presence of acyl (sugar) groups. Why is an eggplant purple? Aubergines come in many different varieties, and not all of […]

When they become mature, the eggplants change from deep purple to bronze colored. While this is happening, they can go through a stage when they’re a dull, olive green color. If your fruit grows to full maturity, it becomes bitter tasting with a spongy texture. Is it okay if my eggplant is green? An eggplant […]

Eggplants can be dark purple, purple-striped, pale purple, white, green and even orange. They come in all shapes and sizes and all are delicious to eat, j make sure you learn when to harvest the variety you choose for optimum enjoyment. Why is my eggplant not purple? Eggplants naturally turn yellow/brown when they fully ripen, […]

When potatoes, eggplant or apples are peeled or cut, certain enzymes are exposed to air. When an enzyme called polyphenol oxidase, also known as tyrosinase is exposed to oxygen, oxidation takes place, which leads to browning of the surfaces of these fruits. Present of oxygen in the air. Why does the eggplant change its color? […]

Eggplants have been around for centuries. (In fact, they were first mentioned back in 544 in a Chinese book on agriculture.) And as the story goes, European farmers in the 1700s gave eggplants their name because at the time, the fruits were smaller and yellow or white. Are eggplants originally white? Eggplant was first cultivated […]

The eggplant arrived in Italy during the 15th century – when the Arabs brought it from India. Who brought eggplant to Italy? ArabsThe eggplant reached Southern Italy by the 9th century CE. Arabs brought the fruits along with them as they expanded their territory into the region. Melanzane was consumed by fearless foodies in the […]

The team found that the group containing the relatives of the aubergine originated in northeastern Africa some two million years ago. Plants then dispersed eastwards to tropical Asia, and to southern and western Africa. In Asia, the dispersal gave rise to a species that scientists call Solanum insanum. What is the origin of the eggplant? […]

Eggplants, also known as aubergines, belong to the nightshade family of plants and are used in many different dishes around the world. Although often considered a vegetable, they’re technically a fruit, as they grow from a flowering plant and contain seeds. Is an eggplant a fruit or vegetables? fruitsEggplant. Not only are eggplants fruits, they’re […]

deep purple. What is eggplant hair color? Inspired by the delicious summer vegetable (and the infamous emoji), eggplant hair color is a deep purple hue. Unlike similar warm-toned hair trends like mulled wine and burgundy, eggplant hair color is cool-toned and typically much more subdued. What does eggplant color look like? brownish-purpleEggplant is a dark […]

Eggplant helps to regulate levels of blood sugar and prevents spikes in blood sugar levels. It aids well in regulating gestational diabetes. Eggplant contains folic acid, which is a crucial nutrient you need during pregnancy. It protects the foetus growing inside you from birth abnormalities. Is it safe to eat eggplant during pregnancy? During pregnancy, […]

Aphids and whiteflies both have piercing, sucking mouthparts used to suck the sap out of eggplant leaves and stems. Both pests are primarily found on the undersides of the leaves. As they feed, they secrete a sticky waste known as honeydew. What do you spray on eggplant leaves? A variety of chemical insecticides are labeled […]

It was found that organic fertilizer application for eggplant appeared to be superior to chemical fertilizers in terms of vegetative growth, fruit yield and quality attributes. Do plants grow faster with organic or inorganic fertilizer? inorganicBoth organic and inorganic fertilizers provide the necessary nutrients for growth, but where inorganic fertilizers deliver a rapid dose of […]

We concluded that 540 mL of urine per eggplant is the optimum dose for good production, and suggest that the dilution of human urine would be a suitable way to minimise potential accumulation of salt in the soil and to improve the nitrification process. What plants is urine good for? “It is totally possible to […]