Tag: Eggplant

Eggplants (Solanum melongena) grow wild in South Asia as a perennial plant, but these warm-season vegetables are treated by most North American gardeners as annuals. Is eggplant a herb or a shrub? Brinjal is classified as a herb because of its non-woody stem. Its simple leaves are oblong to oval, slightly lobed, with its underside […]

When eggplants have full sun and well-drained soil, they can grow into tall, widespread, bushy plants. Heavy fruit can pull the stems down into the soil, which makes them look like vines growing along the ground. Is an eggplant a vine? Is eggplant a bush or a vine? When eggplants get enough sun and their […]

eggplant in Sicilian milinciana. noun feminine f. en edible fruit. +1 definitions. en.wiktionary2016. Milinciana. en species of plant. wikidata. How do you say eggplant in Italian slang? there is only one Italian word for eggplant: melanzana [IPA: /me.lanˈt͡sa.na/ – with an accent on the third sillable]. It is a feminine singular noun, and its plural […]

Eggplant belongs to a family of plants known as nightshades. People may be more likely to develop an eggplant allergy if they are also allergic to other nightshades, including tomatoes, potatoes, or peppers. Eggplant also contains a chemical called salicylate, which is an ingredient in aspirin. Is it common to be allergic to eggplant? An […]

When you eat apples or bananas, or when peeling potatoes or eggplant, the color of the fruit and vegetables becomes brown and sometimes “changes to black color, the reason is due to oxidation of phenolic compounds in the fruit under the action of an enzyme called polyphenol oxidase . Do eggplants change color? When they […]

In recent years, allergic reactions to eggplant have been reported mainly from the Asian region [12-15]. Severe allergic reactions are rather rare [13,16] and the actual prevalence of IgE-mediated eggplant allergy in a study population of 741 subjects is known to be 0.8% with a female predominance [15]. Why would I be allergic to eggplant? […]

Symptoms of Eggplant Phomopsis Blight On seedlings, phomopsis blight of eggplant causes dark brown lesions, just above the soil line. As the disease develops, the lesions turn gray and the stems eventually collapse and the plant dies. Why are my eggplants turning GREY? Fusarium wilt or eggplant yellows are a fungal disease which attacks plant […]

How to Care for Japanese Eggplants Water generously. All nightshade vegetables need generous watering to grow. Japanese eggplants need about an inch of water per week, depending on the soil moisture. Compost and mulch your soil. Weed often. Use a natural or organic pesticide. Consider companion planting. How do you grow Japanese eggplant? Eggplants require […]

30" tall. Black Beauty eggplants are a popular heirloom variety of eggplant with big yields! The bushy spreading plants grow up to 30″ tall and hold their purplish-black oval fruit well off the ground. This top-notch fruit averages 2 pounds, holds well, and retains good color. How do you know when Black Beauty eggplants are […]

9" long. Item Details. Known for excellent texture and flavor, this variety bears dark-purple eggplants with green-tinted flesh that are 9″ long and 3″ in diameter. The fruits are borne in clusters of four to six on 2′-tall plants, disease-resistant, and rarely bitter. When should I pick my diamond eggplant? Harvest eggplants when skin is […]

Asian Eggplants produce slender fruits of colors from white with purple streaks to the traditional purple black. The skin is typically thinner than the European varieties making it sweeter in flavor and smooth in texture when baked, braised or fried. What does Ichiban eggplant taste like? The slim, 10-inch-long, deep purple fruit tastes sweet and […]

Prepare to harvest Japanese eggplants around 70 to 80 days after transplanting, or when they’re about the size of a finger (for the Little Finger variety) or a hot dog (for the Ichiban variety), and the skin is glossy and wrinkle-free. How Big Should Japanese eggplant be before you pick it? Signs of Ripe Japanese […]

The eggplant, called melanzana in Italian, is a favorite of the Sicilian kitchen. The eggplant originated in the area of what is today India and Pakistan and made its way to the Middle East where Arab conquerors brought it to Sicily. How do you say eggplant in Sicilian? eggplant in Sicilian milinciana. noun feminine f. […]

When it comes to taste, the Sicilian eggplant is the sweetest I have ever eaten. The simple and light dish delivers on taste and educates the palate in fresh and seasonal produce. Travelling and eating around Italy and France, I have come to appreciate and enjoy what is available in season. What is the difference […]

But eggplant also can be long and skinny, round, pear shaped, or the size of a large grape, with colors ranging from white to dark purple and striped variations inserted throughout the mix. They’re not usually called eggplant outside the United States. What is the shape of eggplant leaves? Foliar Foliage Retention Evergreen Foliar Attachment […]

The fruit is a large egg-shaped berry with a glossy surface that varies in colour from dark purple to red, pink, yellowish, or white and is sometimes striped; the colour and shape of the white variety is the source of the common name. How do you describe an eggplant? Eggplant has a flavor similar to […]

The stem end should be brightly colored. Stored unwashed, unwrapped, and uncut in the vegetable drawer of the fridge, Japanese eggplant will keep for a good three or four days. How do you know when Japanese eggplant is ripe? Signs of Ripe Japanese Eggplant It should be shiny and firm. If you press your finger […]

A medium Italian/American variety of eggplant is 0.5–1.0 lb, and a large eggplant is 0.75 and up. What is the weight of an average eggplant? The American varieties are most often dark purple in color, pear-shaped, and larger in size, averaging 3/4 to 1 1/4 pounds. How much does a single eggplant weigh? It is […]

63 days. One of the most popular Oriental varieties. Long slender fruits grow up to 12 inches long with a 1 1/2 inch diameter and have smooth, tender skin of glossy, dark purplish-black. How tall is a millionaire eggplant? Pruning Instructions Category: Vegetable Height Range: 2-3′ (0.6-0.9m) Space Range: 2-3′ (0.6-0.9m) Lowest Temperature: 40° to […]

As the name suggests, Indian eggplants are native to the warm climate of India, where they grow wild. In recent years, the small egg-shaped veggies, also known as baby eggplants, have become highly desired for their mild sweet flavor and creamy texture. What’s the difference between Indian eggplant and regular eggplant? Indian eggplants are sweeter […]