Saturday, December 17, 2011

Nutmeg tree


Nutmeg tree

English name: Nutmeg tree
Scientific name: Myristica  fragrans Hoult.
Uses:
1) The powder of nutmeg tree cures toothache, eye-ache and scabies.
2) Acnes and facial spots are removed by using the powder of nutmeg tree with honey.
3) Nutmeg tree is used to prevent diarrhea, dysentery, abdominal emphysema, belly-ache, vomiting and nervous pain.
Nutmeg tree
4) Its oil extracted from seed is used in massage to cure rheumatic fever and pain and also other pains.
Doses:
Sap: 50-200 gm, 1-2 times a day,
Powder: 0.5-1 gm, 3 times a day,
Mother tincture: 3 times a day, 5 drops each time,
Caution: It should not be used in pregnancy.