The image displays a close-up of a garden egg plant (Solanum aethiopicum) situated outdoors in Jos, Nigeria

The image displays a close-up of a garden egg plant (Solanum aethiopicum) situated outdoors in Jos, Nigeria. The frame is filled with numerous large, green leaves showing visible venation and minor surface imperfections. Multiple small, spherical green fruits are present on the plant; a cluster of two developing fruits is visible in the upper-center. In the lower-right quadrant, a dark-skinned human hand is shown holding a single, mature green fruit, with fingers wrapped around its base, indicating an action of inspection or harvesting. The plant's stems are primarily green, with some thicker segments exhibiting a dark reddish-purple coloration. The background reveals a light-brown, textured concrete block wall and sparse, dry vegetation. The visible ground beneath the plant is dry, light-colored soil. The scene is illuminated by direct sunlight, casting distinct shadows across the foliage and background structures.