Green Round Brinjal

Green brinjal is a popular vegetable in Southeast Asian cuisine and is used in a variety of dishes, including curries, stir-fries, and salads. It has a slightly bitter taste and a firm texture, which makes it a good ingredient for dishes with a lot of spices and herbs.

In India, green brinjal is not as commonly used as other types of eggplants, but it can be found in some regions where it is grown. It is often used in South Indian cuisine, where it is cooked with coconut milk and spices to make a curry called “Pachadi”. In some parts of North India, it is used to make a dish called “Baingan Bharta”, which is a spicy mashed eggplant dish.

Green brinjal is also known for its health benefits. It is a good source of fiber, vitamins, and minerals, and it is low in calories. It is also rich in antioxidants, which can help protect the body against disease and inflammation.

Days to Germinate: 14-21 days

Days to Harvest: 100-120 days

How to Grow: Brinjal seeds raised in seed beds and saplings are planted. Thrive well in temperature range between 25-35 degree celsius. Grows well in wide soil types. They need fertile, well-drained soil. Seeds will take about 2-3 weeks to germinate. Seedlings should be spaced about 45-60 cm i.e. 1.5 to 2 ft apart. Take optimum care while transplanting as it might disturb the plant growth. The plant will fruit after 3-4 months. Eggplants grow about 40-90 cms as compact, self-supporting shrubs; but the heavier varieties might need support.

Sowing Season: It is grown in May – June and December – January

Germination Rate: 75%

Seed Preservation: You too can be a seedkeeper and help HOOGA in the fight to preserve native seeds. Wait until the eggplant is overripe and inedible before you start collecting eggplant seeds. The eggplant should look dull and off colored. Overripe purple eggplants turn tan or brown while white and green eggplants take on a yellowish hue. An overripe eggplant is typically hard and shriveled. Slice open the eggplant and separate the flesh from the seeds. Put the seeds in a bowl of water and wash the pulp away. Strain the seeds, pat them dry, and spread them out on a tray to dry not more than two seeds thick. You can also make use of wood ash, cow dung or hay to aid in the process. Call us to know more!