Solanum macrocarpon. 85 days. Open-pollinated.
White Round African Eggplant is a tropical perennial originally from West Africa. Vigorous, disease resistant plants grow to between 2 and 4 feet in height and produce round, white fruits that are about 2 inches in diameter. Flavor is similar to true eggplants, though slightly more bitter.
Grows as a perennial in warm, humid regions, and as an annual in regions with cooler weather.
White Round African Eggplant
Growth Chart
Hardiness Zones:
4 to 11
Light Requirement:
Full sun
Soil Type:
Sandy, loamy, well draining
Sow Depth:
1/4 inch
Plant Spacing:
18 inches
Germination Temp:
80ºF to 90ºF
Germination Time:
7 to 14 days
Maturation:
85 days
Growing Tips
Start indoors 6 weeks before the last spring frost. Sow seeds 1/4 inch deep in seed flats or individual pots. Keep soil moist and at a temperature between 80 to 90 degrees F. Germination should occur within 7 to 14 days.
