Nutmeg
SpeciesMyristica fragrans
Also called nutmeg seed
Connections
Fact sheet
every fact quoted from its source“Nutmeg is the spice made by grinding the seed of the fragrant nutmeg tree” — Nutmeg - Wikipedia
“dried gradually in the sun over a period of 15 to 30 weeks” — Nutmeg - Wikipedia
“The first harvest of nutmeg trees takes place 7–9 years after planting” — Nutmeg - Wikipedia
“I keep my seedlings in a semi-shaded area” — Nutmeg Growing Made Easy: A Guide for Home Cultivation (2026)
“distinctive pungent fragrance and a warm, slightly sweet taste” — Nutmeg - Wikipedia
“The pH level should fall between 5.5 and 7.0” — Nutmeg Growing Made Easy: A Guide for Home Cultivation (2026)
“This evergreen tree can grow up to 60 feet tall” — Nutmeg Growing Made Easy: A Guide for Home Cultivation (2026)
“propagated sexually from seeds and asexually from cuttings or grafting” — Nutmeg - Wikipedia
“After all, happy trees produce the most delightful seeds for your favorite dishes” — Nutmeg Growing Made Easy: A Guide for Home Cultivation (2026)
“That way, you can move them indoors during chilly months” — Nutmeg Growing Made Easy: A Guide for Home Cultivation (2026)
Who grows this
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Where this comes from
- Name and place in the family tree: GBIF Backbone Taxonomy (CC BY 4.0)
- Linked record: Wikidata (CC0)
- Wikipedia: Nutmeg
- Fact sheet: 5 source pages, read and quoted by the OmniGrowers Librarian