The name is derived from the word "ugly" refering to the it's unpleasant appearance, with rough, wrinkled, greenish-yellow rind, wrapped loosely around the orange pulpy citrus inside.
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
No
No
Beer
No
No
Spirits
No
No
Cocktails
Yes
No
Production
Top Producer
Jamaica
China
Other Countries
NA, United States of America
Egypt, India, Indonesia, Iran, Iraq, Italy, Japan, Spain, Turkey