Sumbawa nutmeg
Myristica sumbavana
Family: Myristicaceae
What it is like
An evergreen tree, 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 an aril or fleshy layer.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant. It grows in limestone and also in sandy and clay soils.
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 sumbawa