Pea Eggplant (Solanum torvum)

Pea Eggplant: The Tiny, Tangy Superfruit Common Names: Pea Eggplant, Turkey Berry, Devil's Fig, Wild EggplantFamily: SolanaceaeOrigin: Tropical regions of Africa and Asia Pea Eggplant (Solanum torvum), also known as Turkey Berry or Wild Eggplant, is a small, round fruit used widely in Southeast Asian, African, and Caribbean cuisines. This versatile and resilient plant produces clusters of tiny green fruits, each about the size of a pea, that add a slightly bitter, tangy flavor to soups, curries, and stir-fries. In addition to its culinary uses, Pea Eggplant is valued for its nutritional and medicinal properties, rich in antioxidants and traditionally used to support digestive health and treat various ailments. Distinctive Features, Nutritional Value, and Traditional Uses Fruits: Pea Eggplants are small, pea-sized fruits that grow in clusters and mature from green to yellowish-green when ripe. They have a slightly bitter, tangy flavor, commonly used to add texture and flavor to curries,