Evaluation of Different Varieties of Brinjal (Solanum Melongena L.) for Growth and Yield Parameters

Abstract

Brinjal, (Solanum melongena) is also known as eggplant or aubergine is an important vegetable crop cultivated worldwide belonging to the family Solanaceae. Brinjal is a diploid with chromosome number 2n=24=2x. Centre of origin for Brinjal is India. Brinjal has a great genetic variability so the importance of selecting brinjal varieties and genotypes that are well suited to local geographical conditions to maximize the growth and yield. This review article aims to provide a comprehensive analysis of previous research findings concerning about the evaluation of different brinjal varieties and genotypes concerning their growth, yield potential and morphological characteristics. The main objective of this review is to understand the importance of selecting the most suitable varieties and genotypes to improve the production and quality and to estimate the key parameters, including plant height, leaf and flower characteristics, fruit weight, shape, size and yield