Javitri:
The history of this spice can be traced to the 1st century CE when the Roman author Pliny spoke about this one tree which bears two nuts with two distinct flavours.
Its ticket to fame was in the 1600s when the Dutch waged an all-out war on the island of Banda, just to control nutmeg production in the East Indies.
Later, the Dutch even went to the extent of trading the Island of Manhattan, for control over a nutmeg-producing island owned by the British.
When the Dutch controlled the Moluccas (the Spice Islands), one colonial administrator sent orders that the colonists should plant fewer nutmeg trees and more mace trees.
This perhaps was due to confusion of origin and because the yield of mace is much less than nutmeg, it has a greater value.
Health Quotient:
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Used to treat rheumatoid arthritis.
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The oil acts as a stimulant and is applied externally on penis to treat erectile dysfunction.
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Javitri is extensively recommended in pregnancy.
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It is known to relieve depression.
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It boosts immunity and resistance power.
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It can detoxify kidneys and liver.
Usage:
- It is a therapeutic ingredient in various traditional medical practices from across the world.
- It is used in baked goods, vegetables, meat as a spice.
- The oil is used in cosmetics and toiletries.
Ingredients: Jaivitri
Storage: Store in cool and dry place
Ingredients
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