Eggplant bush is a commonly used term for the Solanum melongena plant, which is native to Asia and widely cultivated in tropical and subtropical regions. There are several synonyms associated with the eggplant bush, including aubergine, brinjal, and guinea squash. The name "aubergine" is commonly used in British English, while "brinjal" is commonly used in South Asian English. "Guinea squash" is used primarily in the United States and Caribbean. Regardless of the name, the eggplant bush is a versatile plant that produces delicious fruit that can be used in a variety of dishes, from Indian curries and Greek moussaka to Italian Caponata and Middle Eastern Baba Ghanoush.