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Wild Nutmeg
Myristica fatua
a.k.a. False Nutmeg, Wild Mace  

Smaller than nutmeg, and not as fragrant, the brazilian or false nutmeg is sometimes used much like its well known cousin.

Description: Not available.

Hardiness: Unknown, but probably not frost hardy.

Growing Environment: Unstudied.

Propagation: By seeds.

Uses: The dried nuts are arils are used as spices.

Native Range: Native to the Moluccas islands.