Kawi nutmeg
Myristica teysmannii
Family: Myristicaceae
What it is like
A tree that loses its leaves. It grows 15 m tall. The leaves are alternate and dark green. The fruit are light yellow and fleshy. The seeds are dark brown and covered with a red aril or fleshy layer.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant. It grows in lowland rainforest and up to 700 m above sea level.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, Indonesia, SE Asia
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Spice
How it is grown
Plants can be grown from seeds.
Its other names
Local names
Pohon pala kawi