Mace (Javitri) jalwatri

Mace and Javitri are the same spice — just different names! 🌺

• Mace is the English name.

• Javitri (or Javitri/Jyotri) is the Hindi name used commonly in Indian cooking and Ayurveda.

🌿 What Is Mace / Javitri?

Mace (Javitri) is the dried, lacy covering (aril) that surrounds the nutmeg seed inside the fruit of the Myristica fragrans tree.

• Nutmeg = the inner seed

• Mace/Javitri = the outer red/orange covering

Once dried, mace turns golden-orange or pale brown and is used whole (blades) or ground into a powder.

✅ Summary of Mace / Javitri Benefits:

• 🌬️ Improves digestion

• 🧠 Supports brain function

• 🔥 Anti-inflammatory & pain relief

• 😴 Promotes sleep

• ❤️ Good for heart & circulation

• 💞 Natural aphrodisiac

• 🛡️ Boosts immunity & oral health

🍛 Popular Uses in Cooking:

• Indian biryani, korma, garam masala

• Spice blends (like pumpkin spice)

• Sweets, puddings, cakes

• Masala chai and infused milk