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Arumungam Eggplant/ Aubergine


Arumungam Eggplant/ Aubergine  (Solanum melongena (Aubergine))

Arumungam Eggplant/ Aubergine 3 to 4 inch round striped fruit. From Tamil Nadu, India this heirloom is for stews, curries or stuffing. Rather bitter: be sure to soak in salt and drain.



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Its always good to see a productive plant.

21 Sep, 2009

 

yum!

29 Oct, 2009

 

Well, it was productive with fruits a good size for our small family. I don't like eggplant all that well to begin with, although it grows well in this climate. Maybe I need some better recipes!

2 Nov, 2009



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