| Domain | Definition | ||
| Statistics | A member of the nightshade family, eggplant is related to the tomato and potato. Though commonly thought of as a vegetable, it is actually a fruit, specifically, a berry. There are many sizes and shapes, ranging in color from white to rich purple. There is much lore surrounding the eggplant. It probably got its name from white varieties with egg-sized fruit. Source: European Union. (references) | ||
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