East Indian tree widely cultivated in the tropics for its aromatic seed; source of two spices: nutmeg and mace
"The chef carefully grated fresh nutmeg from an East Indian tree to infuse warmth into the creamy sauce."
hard aromatic seed of the nutmeg tree used as spice when grated or ground
"She carefully grates fresh nutmeg over the creamy pumpkin soup to add a warm, spicy aroma."
An evergreen tree (Myristica fragrans) cultivated in the East Indies for its spicy seeds.
"The spice merchant explained that the true aroma of nutmeg comes directly from grinding the seeds harvested from the evergreen trees grown only in the East Indies."
To flavour with nutmeg.
"She grated fresh nutmeg over the hot custard to add a warm, spicy flavor."