HyperDic: myristica_fragrans

English > 1 sense of the expression Myristica fragrans:
NOUNplantMyristica fragrans, nutmeg, nutmeg treeEast Indian tree widely cultivated in the tropics for its aromatic seed
English > Myristica fragrans: 1 sense > noun 1, plant
MeaningEast Indian tree widely cultivated in the tropics for its aromatic seed; source of two spices / spices: nutmeg and mace.
Synonymsnutmeg, nutmeg tree
Member ofMyristica, genus Myristicatype genus of Myristicaceae
PartsnutmegHard aromatic seed of the nutmeg tree used as spice / spice when grated or ground
Broaderspice treeTree bearing aromatic bark or berries
SpanishMyristica fragrans
Catalannou moscada

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