nutmeg whole

Nutmeg is an evergreen tree belonging to the Nutmeg family and the Nutmeg genus. Its Latin name is Myristica fragrans Houtt. It is native to the Maluku Islands in northeastern Indonesia and widely cultivated in tropical areas, such as Malaysia, West Indies, Brazil, etc. It has also been introduced and tested in Taiwan, China, Guangdong, Yunnan, etc.
Spice Usage: Nutmeg kernel is a commonly used spice with a strong aroma and a slightly spicy and bitter taste, which can be used to add flavor in cooking. In baked goods such as bread, cakes, etc., unique aromas can be added; It is also commonly used in meat dishes, soups, and some beverages, such as adding nutmeg to make Indian milk tea, which can enhance its flavor.
• Medicinal value: The dried kernel of nutmeg can be used as medicine, with a warm nature and a pungent taste. It can regulate the spleen, stomach, and large intestine meridians, and has the effects of warming the meridians, promoting qi circulation, astringent intestines, and stopping diarrhea. It can be used to treat diseases such as spleen and stomach deficiency and cold, persistent diarrhea, abdominal distension and pain, and vomiting due to lack of appetite.