It belongs to the family of the solanaceae. Spherical in shape, and oblong. Color purple very dark to black, and its flesh has a color white with a texture soft and firm.

Their size ranges between 10 to 30 cm in length and their weight ranges between 200 to 300 grams. Content 93% of water.

Health benefits:

• Strengthens the immune system thanks to its content in vitamin A, B1, B2, C and folic acid.
• Beneficial for bones and for the health of the heart
• Slows aging
• High content of calcium, phosphorus, iron, magnesium, and potassium.
• Helps to reduce the bad cholesterol thanks to the chlorogenic acid
• Rich in flavonoids, which involves the protection of the cells.