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Myristica

Myristica

9.9
A group of tropical Asian evergreen trees that includes the nutmeg tree
  • noun
  • /mɪˈrɪstɪkə/
  • Specialized
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  • Myristica fragrans is best known for producing the spice nutmeg.

Examples

  • The tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia are home to several species of Myristica.

  • The Myristica tree is known for its aromatic seeds.

  • Myristica fragrans is best known for producing the spice nutmeg.

  • Botanists study the distribution and ecological role of Myristica trees in their native habitats.

  • Many dishes use Myristica for flavor enhancement.

  • Botanists study the distribution and ecological role of Myristica trees in their native habitats.

  • The tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia are home to several species of Myristica.

Compounds

Myristica fragrans
  • Specialized
9.1

A tropical evergreen tree with aromatic seeds used to make nutmeg and mace

Surface Forms

Myristica singular
Myristicas plural

Etymology

Myristica comes from the Greek name myristikon, which meant 'nutmeg', so Myristica is the name given to the trees that produce the spice nutmeg.