Jamaican Herbs and Spices - Nutmeg
Jamaican Nutmeg
Nutmeg, is a seed kernel of fruit-nutmeg which is known for its aromatic, aphrodisiac, and curative properties used in the food and beverage industries.
Other Names
Nutmeg is known around the world by various names, such as: mace, magic, muscdier, nux moschata, myristica oil, muskatbaum
Industry Uses
Nutmeg is a popular spice used for cooking in the Caribbean and other parts of the world. Nutmeg is also for treating stomach spasms, diarrhea and intestinal gas, among other aliments.
Constituents and Characteristics
Nutment, carries a very sweet and spice aromatic aroma, contained within a pod, protected by a hard shell.