Myristicaceae
Also known as Nutmeg family
The Myristicaceae are a family of flowering plants native to Africa, Asia, Pacific islands, and the Americas and has been recognized by most taxonomists. It is sometimes called the "nutmeg family", after its most famous member, Myristica fragrans, the source of the spices nutmeg and mace. The best known genera are Myristica in Asia and Virola in the Neotropics.
Species
FAMILY
- KingdomPlantae
- PhylumTracheophyta
- ClassMagnoliopsida
- OrderMagnoliales
- FamilyMyristicaceae
Observations recorded167,634
General: Notes on delimitation: The Myristicaceae is placed Appearance: Key differences from similar families: Myristicaceae
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Research
525 papersvia PubMed
Wikidata facts
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