Nutmeg tree

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Morphology California torreya is an The leaves are needle-like, stiff, sharp-pointed, and persist for many years. They are arranged spirally, but twisted at the base to lie flat either side of the shoots. The bark is thin, from 0.8-1.3 cm on mature trees. The species has a taproot. As with all species of genus Torreya, the male ( On serpentine rock, California torreya becomes a stunted tree or shrub and occurs only on north-facing slopes in coastal chaparral. It is capable of resprouting following disturbance such as fire, although regrowth is slow. In the Coast Range north of Napa Valley, canopy trees are Species within the Torreya genus are all adapted to establish and grow slowly as subcanopy woody plants in forest habitats of moderate to dense shade. In this way, their leaf structure and growth habit resemble species of yew, genus Torreya species are found in late seral and climax communities. Owing to their ability to resprout from the root crown after logging or mild fire, the species will experience growth opportunities in the early stages of regrowth forest habitats. When a tree-fall opens the forest canopy (or if nearby roadbuilding occurs), then upward growth will be stimulated. Stems will lean in very shady conditions, in quest of patches of sunlight. Extremely leaning stems within a shady subcanopy gather Seed production occurs on female branches (and trees) only in the presence of direct sunlight. Because the Torreya genus has very long-lived roots, it can con...

Newsletters Close search form Open search form Enter your search term Search • Decor • • • • • • See all • Garden • • • • • • • • See all • Home Improvement • • • • • • • • • • • See all • Cleaning • • • • • • See all • Celebrations • • • • • See all • What to Buy • • • • • • • See all • News • • • • • • • • See all • About Us • • • • • • • See all Andrew Hughes is a certified arborist, member of the International Society of Arborists specializing in tree heal care, and reviews tree content on The Spruce's Gardening Review Board. He founded and runs Urban Loggers, LLC, a company offering residential tree services in the Midwest and Connecticut. Botanical Name Myristica fragrans Common Name Nutmeg Tree Plant Type Evergreen tree Mature Size 20-60 ft. tall Sun Exposure Full Sun to Partial Shade Soil Type Rich, medium textured, well-draining Soil pH 5.5-7 Bloom Time Late Spring Flower Color Pale yellow Hardiness Zones USDA zones 10-11 Native Area Spice Islands, South Pacific Nutmeg Tree Care The nutmeg tree only grows in tropical climates, thus significantly limiting its range in the United States. While it is a beautiful tree with pretty yellow blossoms and the spices it produces are amazing, you are better off just hitting the grocery store if you don’t live in its preferred climate. Another difficulty may be finding a source. Specialty nurseries that deal specifically in tropicals or edible landscaping may be an excellent place to check, and for that, you might have to look...

Don’t know what to do with all those potato peels? Running out of room in your oven for stuffing? Gravy tasting a little flat? Head to our holiday hub, How to Thanksgiving Smarter, Not Harder , for everything you need to know—and nothing you don’t—to make this year’s holiday easier, speedier, and tastier. Nutmeg is precious—literally. At one point, access to nutmeg and its warm, spicy aroma was as valuable as Manhattan real estate (or, more accurately, the whole island of Manhattan—more on that later). Centuries later, it’s one of the hero ingredients in What is nutmeg? Money may not grow on trees, but nutmeg does. More specifically, nutmeg is the seed inside the fruit of nutmeg trees (an evergreen tree with the scientific name Myristica fragrans), which are indigenous to Indonesia but are now grown in tropical climates around the world. While any variety will work in a recipe calling for the spice, nutmegs grown in different regions feature complexities in flavor unique to the climates where they’re grown. Like with store-bought sauces or salsas, we recommend trying a new variety each time you restock so you can find the flavors that work best in your cooking. Nutmeg was a treasured resource in the colonial-era spice trade. Dutch and English merchants with competing interests in the Maluku islands, then known as the Spice Islands—where nutmeg originated—highly valued the spice (and the indigenous lands that cultivated it). They valued it so highly that, What does nutmeg t...

Separating nutmeg from its mace-producing aril improves germination rates. A spice used to flavor milk dishes, cookies, cakes, fruit pies, custards and punches, nutmeg is the purple-brown inner seed of the nutmeg tree fruit. Mace, which is an ingredient in savory dishes, ketchups and pickles, is made from the aril that covers the seed. • Sanitize a small, sharp knife by wiping the blade with rubbing alcohol • Cut the aril at its base it where it joins the nut. • Peel it off, taking care not to damage the nut. • Discard the aril or place it in a dry, sunny area for 10 to 15 days until it turns brown and dry, ready for grinding into mace. When immediate planting isn't possible, store the seeds from your nutmeg plant in sealed plastic bags in the refrigerator. There they will stay viable for up to 45 days. No matter when you're ready to plant, soak your nutmeg seeds for 24 hours in clean water first to increase moisture levels and raise germination rates. • Fill a • Water the pot until water appears through the drainage holes, allow it to drain, and stand it in an area where temperatures are between 77 and 86 degrees Fahrenheit. • Apply water regularly so the potting soil remains constantly moist but not sodden. Nutmeg seeds take one month or longer to sprout. Mist your young nutmeg tree twice a day with clean water from a fine mist sprayer, coating the foliage but stopping before water drips from the plant. Water your young nutmeg tree regularly so the soil remains moist and...

Nutmeg is a popular spice made from the seeds of Myristica fragrans, a tropical evergreen tree native to Indonesia ( It can be found in whole-seed form but is most often sold as a ground spice. It has a warm, slightly nutty flavor and is often used in desserts and curries, as well as drinks like mulled wine and chai tea. Although it’s more commonly used for its flavor than its health benefits, nutmeg contains an impressive array of powerful compounds that may help prevent disease and promote your overall health. This article reviews 8 science-backed health benefits of nutmeg. Though small in size, the seeds from which nutmeg is derived are rich in plant compounds that act as antioxidants in your body ( Antioxidants are compounds that protect your cells from damage caused by free radicals. These are molecules that have an unpaired electron, which makes them unstable and reactive ( When free radical levels become too high in your body, oxidative stress occurs. It’s associated with the onset and progression of many chronic conditions, such as certain cancers and heart and neurodegenerative diseases ( Antioxidants neutralize free radicals, preventing cellular damage and keeping your free radical levels in check. Nutmeg contains an abundance of antioxidants, including plant pigments like cyanidins, One animal study showed that consuming nutmeg extract prevented cellular damage in rats treated with isoproterenol, a medication known to induce severe oxidative stress. Rats that di...

In …plant in this family is Myristica fragrans, a native of the Moluccas, or Spice Islands, in the Indonesian Archipelago but which is now grown in the tropics of both hemispheres. The seeds of M. fragrans are the source of nutmeg and mace. While these spices are still exported from Indonesia,… source of mace • In …of the nutmeg fruit of Myristica fragrans, a tropical evergreen tree. Mace has a slightly warm taste and a fragrance similar to that of nutmeg. It is used to flavour bakery, meat, and fish dishes; to flavour sauces and vegetables; and in preserving and pickling. •

In …plant in this family is Myristica fragrans, a native of the Moluccas, or Spice Islands, in the Indonesian Archipelago but which is now grown in the tropics of both hemispheres. The seeds of M. fragrans are the source of nutmeg and mace. While these spices are still exported from Indonesia,… source of mace • In …of the nutmeg fruit of Myristica fragrans, a tropical evergreen tree. Mace has a slightly warm taste and a fragrance similar to that of nutmeg. It is used to flavour bakery, meat, and fish dishes; to flavour sauces and vegetables; and in preserving and pickling. •

Newsletters Close search form Open search form Enter your search term Search • Decor • • • • • • See all • Garden • • • • • • • • See all • Home Improvement • • • • • • • • • • • See all • Cleaning • • • • • • See all • Celebrations • • • • • See all • What to Buy • • • • • • • See all • News • • • • • • • • See all • About Us • • • • • • • See all Andrew Hughes is a certified arborist, member of the International Society of Arborists specializing in tree heal care, and reviews tree content on The Spruce's Gardening Review Board. He founded and runs Urban Loggers, LLC, a company offering residential tree services in the Midwest and Connecticut. Botanical Name Myristica fragrans Common Name Nutmeg Tree Plant Type Evergreen tree Mature Size 20-60 ft. tall Sun Exposure Full Sun to Partial Shade Soil Type Rich, medium textured, well-draining Soil pH 5.5-7 Bloom Time Late Spring Flower Color Pale yellow Hardiness Zones USDA zones 10-11 Native Area Spice Islands, South Pacific Nutmeg Tree Care The nutmeg tree only grows in tropical climates, thus significantly limiting its range in the United States. While it is a beautiful tree with pretty yellow blossoms and the spices it produces are amazing, you are better off just hitting the grocery store if you don’t live in its preferred climate. Another difficulty may be finding a source. Specialty nurseries that deal specifically in tropicals or edible landscaping may be an excellent place to check, and for that, you might have to look...

Don’t know what to do with all those potato peels? Running out of room in your oven for stuffing? Gravy tasting a little flat? Head to our holiday hub, How to Thanksgiving Smarter, Not Harder , for everything you need to know—and nothing you don’t—to make this year’s holiday easier, speedier, and tastier. Nutmeg is precious—literally. At one point, access to nutmeg and its warm, spicy aroma was as valuable as Manhattan real estate (or, more accurately, the whole island of Manhattan—more on that later). Centuries later, it’s one of the hero ingredients in What is nutmeg? Money may not grow on trees, but nutmeg does. More specifically, nutmeg is the seed inside the fruit of nutmeg trees (an evergreen tree with the scientific name Myristica fragrans), which are indigenous to Indonesia but are now grown in tropical climates around the world. While any variety will work in a recipe calling for the spice, nutmegs grown in different regions feature complexities in flavor unique to the climates where they’re grown. Like with store-bought sauces or salsas, we recommend trying a new variety each time you restock so you can find the flavors that work best in your cooking. Nutmeg was a treasured resource in the colonial-era spice trade. Dutch and English merchants with competing interests in the Maluku islands, then known as the Spice Islands—where nutmeg originated—highly valued the spice (and the indigenous lands that cultivated it). They valued it so highly that, What does nutmeg t...