Chemical composition of nutmeg and mace (Myristica fragrans Houtt.) from Tellicherry and Kannur regions, Kerala

Abstract

The chemical composition of nutmeg and mace of Myristica fragrans collected from Tellicherryand Kannur areas (North Kerala) was studied. The study indicated that the nutmeg andmace obtained from these areas is comparable in quality (with minor variations) to thatreported from other areas.