The nutmeg is a tropical evergreen tree cultivated for its spice. Nutmeg is derived from the seed, while another spice mace is derived from the seed covering just below the husk.

Nutmeg

The nutmeg is a tropical evergreen tree cultivated for its spice. Nutmeg is derived from the seed, while…

A nutmeg plant and its parts. "a, fruit bursting open; b, the same with one valve removed; c, section of seed; d, seed with the covering removed." -Foster, 1921

Nutmeg

A nutmeg plant and its parts. "a, fruit bursting open; b, the same with one valve removed; c, section…