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[Solanum melongena] Clara oval white eggplant seeds, delicate low-bitterness flesh, fruits up to 580g.
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A medium-early hybrid, Clara eggplant produces oval fruits with pure white, slightly ribbed skin, valued for their meaty flesh with a delicate, low-bitterness flavour.
It belongs to the species Solanum melongena, family Solanaceae. An upright, semi-open plant of medium size, with a broad green spineless calyx accompanying the oval fruit (about 10x13 cm, up to 580 g).
Sow in a heated seedbed between February and March, transplanting into the field or greenhouse from April-May, once night temperatures are stably above 12°C.
Suitable for both greenhouse and open-field cultivation, it needs fertile, well-drained soil, sunny exposure and regular watering; harvest occurs about 60-70 days after transplanting.
The thin white skin is more delicate than that of darker varieties: handle carefully during harvest and storage to avoid bruising, and pick the fruits while still firm.
Like other eggplants it can be affected by Colorado potato beetle, aphids and red spider mite; good soil drainage prevents root rot after heavy rain.
Its meaty, low-bitterness flesh makes it especially suited to frying, grilling and baking, as well as recipes where keeping the pale, striking skin is desirable.
Rich in fibre that supports digestion, Clara eggplant also has a high water content and is suitable for low-calorie diets thanks to its reduced energy intake.
Per 100 grams, Clara eggplant provides about 24 kcal, 1 g protein, 5.7 g carbohydrates, 0.2 g fat and 3 g fibre.