Barcode: CAL0000008517

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Family: MYRISTICACEAE

Scientific Name: Myristica fragrans Houtt.

Collector: M.K. Vasudeva Rao

Country: India

Uses: Nutmeg and Mace are prescribed for inflammation of bladder and urinary passage. Nutmeg butter or fat obtained from nutmegs employed as a mild external stimulant in ointments, hair lotions and plasters, also in cases of rheumatism, sprains, and paralysis it is very useful.