Jaiphal / Nutmeg | जायफल | Myristica fragrans Seed Kernel
Jaiphal / Nutmeg
जायफल
Myristica fragrans Houtt.
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Know what you are choosing
- Product category
- Single Herb
- Botanical name
- Myristica fragrans Houtt.
- Plant part
- Seed kernel / endosperm
- Available forms
- Natural Whole Nutmeg
About this product
Jaiphal / Nutmeg Seed Kernel
Jaiphal / Nutmeg (जायफल) is the dried seed kernel/endosperm of Myristica fragrans Houtt.
Ayurvedic / Traditional Context
Jaiphal is a classical spice/raw drug. The old page's broad therapeutic claims are replaced with identity, form and safety information.
Ayurvedic Property Status
Omitted because exact seed-kernel RGVP values were not directly verified from the matched authoritative source in this pass.
Form & Purchase Decision Support
Current variants are Natural whole nutmeg material. The store's Javitri page is the separate mace/aril product.
Why Buy From Jadibuti Store?
- Jaiphal seed kernel is separated from Javitri aril.
- Exact Myristica fragrans identity and whole form are clear.
- Confusable species and plant parts are separated clearly.
- Unsupported disease-treatment claims and invented classical claims are excluded.
Educational Video
Reference note: Kew accepts Myristica fragrans; Indian pharmacopoeial mapping distinguishes Jaiphala seed kernel from Javitri aril.
Disclaimer: This page provides product identity, buying information and traditional-use context. It does not diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease.
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Identity & product details
Product at a Glance
| Botanical Identity | Myristica fragrans Houtt. |
| Plant Part | Seed kernel / endosperm |
| Forms | Natural Whole Nutmeg |
| Pack Sizes | 100 g, 200 g, 400 g, 900 g |
Identity & Buying Clarity
Official pharmacopoeial mappings distinguish Jaiphal/Jatiphala, the seed kernel, from Javitri/Mace, the aril surrounding the seed. Both come from the same species but are different plant materials.
Names in Different Languages / Systems
| Ayurveda | Jātīphala, Jatiphala |
| Hindi | Jaiphal, Jaifal, जायफल |
| English | Nutmeg |
| Botanical | Myristica fragrans |
Storage & precautions
Quality & Storage
Whole nutmeg should be dry, aromatic and free from visible mould. Store airtight and away from heat.
Important Precautions
- Nutmeg is a potent spice and excessive intake can be unsafe.
- Do not confuse Jaiphal seed kernel with Javitri aril.
- No immunity, reproductive or disease-treatment dosing is published.
Your questions, answered
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jaiphal in English?
Nutmeg.
Which plant part is Jaiphal?
The seed kernel/endosperm.
Is Jaiphal the same as Javitri?
No.
Do both come from the same tree?
Yes, Myristica fragrans.
What form is sold?
Natural whole nutmeg.
Can very large amounts be unsafe?
Yes; excessive nutmeg intake can cause toxicity.
How should it be stored?
Airtight, cool and dry.
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