Nutmeg Myristica fragrans Fam: Myristicaceae The nutmeg tree is a large evergreen native to the Moluccas (the Spice Islands) and is now cultivated in the West Indies. It produces two spices — mace and nutmeg. Nutmeg is the seed kernel inside the fruit and mace is the lacy covering (aril) on the kernel. The Arabs were the exclusive importers of the spice to Europe up until 1512, when Vasco de Gama reached the Moloccas and claimed the islands for Portugal. To preserve their new monopoly, the Portuguese (and from 1602, the Dutch) restricted the trees to the islands of Banda and Amboina. The Dutch were especially cautious, since the part of the fruit used as a spice is also the seed, so that anyone with the spice could propagate it. To protect against this, the Dutch bathed the seeds in lime, which would prevent them from growing. This plan was thwarted however, by fruit pigeons who carried the fruit to other islands, before it was harvested, scattering the seeds. The Dutch sent out search and destroy crews to control the spread and when there was an abundant harvest, they even burned nutmeg to keep its supply under control. Despite these precautions, the French, led by Pierre Poivre (Peter Piper) smuggled nutmeg seeds and clove seedlings to start a plantation on the island of Mauritius, off the east coast of Africa, near Madagascar. In 1796 the British took over the Moloccas and spread the cultivation to other East Indian islands and then to the Caribbean. Nutmeg was so successful in Grenada it now calls itself the Nutmeg Island, designing its flag in the green, yellow and red colours of nutmeg and including a graphic image of nutmeg in one corner. Spice Description The nutmeg seed is encased in a mottled yellow, edible fruit, the approximate size and shape of a small peach. The fruit splits in half to reveal a net-like, bright red covering over the seed. This is the aril which is collected, dried and sold as mace. Under the aril is a dark shiny nut-like pit, and inside that is the oval shaped seed which is the nutmeg. Nutmegs are usually sold without the mace or hard shell. They are oval, about 25 mm (1 in) in length, lightly wrinkled and dark brown on the outside, lighter brown on the inside. Nutmeg is sold whole or ground, and is labeled as ‘East Indian’ or ‘West Indian’ indicating its source. Whole nutmeg may be coated with lime to protect against insects and fungus, though this practice is giving way to other forms of fumigation. Bouquet:sweet, aromatic and nutty Flavour : Nutty , warm and slightly sweet Hotness Scale: 1
Mace Botanical: Myristica fragrans Family: N.O. Myristicaceae Hindi Name: Mace - Javitri General Description: Nutmeg, spice consisting of the seed of the Myristica fragrans, a tropical, dioecious evergreen tree native to the Moluccas or Spice Islands of Indonesia. Geographical Sources The nutmeg tree, Myristica fragrans, is indigenous to the Moluccas in Indonesia but has been successfully grown in other Asian countries and in the Caribbean, namely Grenada. Banda Islands, Malayan Archipelago, Molucca Islands, and cultivated in Sumatra, French Guiana Composition -> Nutmeg and mace contain 7 to 14 percent essential oil, the principal components of which are pinene, camphene, and dipentene. Nutmeg on expression yields about 24 to 30 percent fixed oil called nutmeg butter, or oil of mace. Dried kernel of the seed. Varieties -> Whole nutmegs are grouped under three broad quality classifications: 1. Sound: nutmegs which are mainly used for grinding and to a lesser extent for oleoresin extraction. High quality or sound whole nutmegs are traded in grades which refer to their size in numbers of nutmegs per pound: 80s, 110s and 130s (110 to 287 nuts per kg), or 'ABCD' which is an assortment of various sizes. 2. Substandard: nutmegs which are used for grinding, oleoresin extraction and essential oil distillation. Substandard nutmegs are traded as 'sound, shrivelled' which in general have a higher volatile oil content than mature sound nutmegs and are used for grinding, oleoresin extraction and oil distillation; and 'BWP' (broken, wormy and punky) which are mainly used for grinding as volatile oil content generally does not exceed 8%. 3. Distilling: poor quality nutmegs used for essential oil distillation.Distilling grades of nutmegs are of poorer quality: 'BIA' or 'ETEZ' with a volatile oil content of 8% to 10%; and 'BSL' or 'AZWI' which has less shell material and a volatile oil content of 12% to 13%. Method of Processing -> When fully mature it splits in two, exposing a crimson-coloured aril, the mace, surrounding a single shiny, brown seed, the nutmeg. The pulp of the fruit may be eaten locally. After collection, the aril-enveloped nutmegs are conveyed to curing areas where the mace is removed, flattened out, and dried. The nutmegs are dried gradually in the sun and turned twice daily over a period of six to eight weeks. During this time the nutmeg shrinks away from its hard seed coat until the kernels rattle in their shells when shaken. The shell is then broken with a wooden truncheon and the nutmegs are picked out. Dried nutmegs are grayish-brown ovals with furrowed surfaces. Large ones may be about 1.2 inches long and 0.8 inch in diameter. Taste and Aroma: Nutmeg has a characteristic, pleasant fragrance and slightly warm taste
Cloves offer many health benefits, some of which include providing aid in digestion, having antimicrobial properties, fighting against cancer, protecting the liver, boosting the immune system, controlling diabetes, preserving bone quality, and containing anti-mutagenic properties, as well as fighting against oral diseases and headaches, while displaying aphrodisiac properties as well. Cloves are one of the spices indigenous to Asian countries like Indonesia, India, Pakistan, and even areas of East Africa. It is native to the Maluku islands in Indonesia. Cloves are a popular flavouring agents used in a variety of ways across the world, particularly in Asia. Cloves form the culinary base in a number of different Asian cuisines. Better Digestion: Cloves improve digestion by stimulating the secretion of digestive enzymes. Cloves are also good for reducing flatulence, gastric irritability, dyspepsia and nausea. Cloves can be roasted, powdered, and taken with honey for relief in digestive disorders. Antibacterial Properties: Cloves have been tested for their antibacterial properties against a number of human pathogens. The extracts of cloves were potent enough to kill those pathogens. Clove extracts are also effective against the specific bacterium that spreads cholera.
Refrigerated Brushless centrifuge with head 1.5 ml.Microprocessor based 128x64 Graphic lcd display, Temp -20 to ambient, Lid lock, Drive controlled, RPM 16000, Timer in built 99: 99, Heavy body vibration free. Max. Speed : 20000 r.p.m. * Max. RCF : 23000xg * Timer : 0-99 min. * Motor : Brushless Motor * Temp. Range : From room temperature- to Minus 20�°C * Temp. Accuracy : �±2�°C * Power : AC 220V 50 Hz 20A * Weight : 55� kg. approx. * Dimension : L-25â?? x W-20â?? x H-14â?? approx Special Feature : * Low Sound *Fitted with vacuum legs for better griping on table. * Vibration free * C.F.C. Free refrigeration * Kirloskar compressor
High speed, high-capacity bench top, Medical/ Laboratory Centrifuge Machine, Microprocessor based Heavy duty C.R.C. construction finished with powder coating. Noiseless Operation. Programmable RPM selection 500 to 6000 in intervals of 100 rpm. Digital timer 0-120 minutes. The machine is fitted with a well-balanced brushless motor with an electronic drive. The Electronic lid lock does not allow the lid to be opened when the machine is running. The motor is fitted with rpm sensor to monitor the rpm of the machine. The controller monitors the rpm of the machine and does not allow the motor to overspeed. The Machine has safety features for the detection of Imbalance and stops automatically. Warranty 3 years from the date of installation. 4 lines, 20 characters Jumbo LCD Display for set time, run time, set and run RPM, RCF. 50 programs can be stored in memory. Programmable Acceleration Time: 40-200 Sec and Deceleration Time: 40-200 Sec with advanced Coast Feature condition and opens automatically after centrifuge rotor stops. Dynamic brake (automatic) . Fast spin option. Delta Industrial Automation VFD and SMPS (Make in India). The machine can run fixed angle rotors, swingout rotors, well plate rotors & microtube rotors. Stainless Steel 304-grade rust-free centrifugal bowl for extra protection and easy cleanin User-friendly control panel.
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Magnetic Stirrer Digital LCD Display Last Measurement in Memory Heating Stirring can proceed Simultaneously Bushless Motor for Low Noise Anti scratch and Corrosion Resistance Ceramic Plate Surface ABS Cabinet Brand Labtical Model NameNumber MS5LH Type Magnetic Stirrer Speed range 1002000rpm Maximum mixing capacity 5000 ml Temp Range Accuracy 300C Accuracy 1C Temperature Sensor PT100 Time range 099h99min Top Plat Size 168 x 168mm Display LCD Motor Type Bushless Motor Operating Mode Temperature Speed Timing Memory last data Power 500W Power Supply AC 220V 5060Hz Packing Dimension 335 x 235 x17cm Weight 25kg