Health Benefits
Anti-oxidant properties, Boosts immune system, Skin rejuvenation, Strengthening of bones
Cancer prevention, Heart care, Reduces blood circulation problems
General Benefits
Antiseptic properties, Cures headache, Removes waste from kidney
Digestive aid, Fights against infections, Flu treatment, Healing of wounds, Helps in weight loss, Treatment of common cold
Skin Benefits
Hydrates skin
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Skin cleansing, Skin rejuvenation
Hair Benefits
Good conditioner
Prevents hair loss, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair, Rejuvenates scalp
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Chest pains, Rhinitis, Wheezing
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Diarrhea, Dizziness, Hives, Itching in tongue and other parts of mouth, Tingling sensation in mouth, Vomiting
Side Effects
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Allergic reaction, Irritation, Nausea, Skin rash, Swelling
Recommeded for
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Best Time to Eat
As a snack in the late afternoon, Don't consume at night and before bed, Eat the fresh ones, avoid mixing with any other foods, don't eat after meal., Morning time (before lunch)
Along with meal, Don't consume at night and before bed
Type
Tree fruit, Tropical
Fruit vegetable, Tropical
Season
Early summer, Early winter, Late fall, Late spring
Spring, Summer
Varieties
Rongrien, Chompu, Rapiah, Bingjai and Lebak Bulus
Black Magic, Black Beauty, Black Bell, Sicilian, Italian, Indian (Baby), Japanese, Chinese and White
Seedless Variety
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Color
Coral red, Yellow
Black, Green, Pink, Purple, Purplish black
Inside Color
Greyish-white
White
Shape
Round
Oval
Texture
Juicy
Fleshy
Taste
Sour, Sweet
Bitter, Slightly sweet, Spongy
Origin
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India
Grows on
Trees
Bushes
Cultivation
Soil Type
Clay, Loam
Sandy loam
Soil pH
5.5-6.56-7
3.5
10
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Climatic Conditions
Humid
Warm to hot climate
Facts about
- Oils extracted from its seeds is used to make soaps and candles.
- 'Rambut' means hairy in Malay.
- It makes the best hair mask.
- Seeds are edible and healthy too.
- In Italy, it's a belief that diet rich in eggplant leads to madness. Hence, they call it a 'crazy apple'.
- Eggplant contains nicotine & can help quit smoking.
- Juice made from its leaves and roots is medicinal.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
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Spirits
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Production
Top Producer
Thailand
China
Other Countries
Africa, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Sri Lanka
Egypt, India, Indonesia, Iran, Iraq, Italy, Japan, Spain, Turkey
Top Importer
Singapore
United States of America
Top Exporter
Thailand
China