Eggplant (Solanum Melongena) is a annual herb in the Solanaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 9-12. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets. It can be grown indoors.

Solanum melongena, commonly known as eggplant or aubergine, is a widely cultivated plant in the nightshade family, grown for its edible fruit.