Eggplant

Plant Folk: eggplant
1. Where is your plant from native? (where's it from?)
It is native to India.
2. What types of conditions does it thrive in?
It shouldn't be planted near one another. Good sanitation are very important when planting eggplants, for controlling fungal disease. It is very tender, and requires a long warm season for successful production.
3. What is it used for?
It is commonly used for cooking.
4. Does it have any cultural relevance? (Is it any country or state's flower? Why?)
It was originated in India.
5. What are the 3 most popular variances?
Indian Eggplant,Chinese eggplant, & Japanese Eggplant
6. What family is it in?
It is classified as a Solanaceae
7. Tell me one other plant that is in that family.
Tomatoes and Tobacco
8. When should it be planted for best results?
It should be planted during a warm season.
9. picture
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Three_Types_of_Eggplant.jpg