Aubergines also known as eggplants are short-lived perennials but we normally cultivate them as annuals. They form small bushes of about 60-70 cm tall and 60 cm wide. They produce fruits that can vary in shape, color and size depending on the cultivar. The fruits can be oval, pear-shaped or round and can have different colors, the most cultivated is dark purple, but they can also be yellowish-green, white or variegated. The weight of a fruit can also vary from 200 to 500 g. The fruits are usually sliced and cooked.

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