Golden Jaathi (Myristica fragrans ‘Golden’)

A unique ornamental and spice variety of nutmeg highly valued in Kerala for its striking, bright golden-yellow outer rind and thick, aromatic pericarp surrounding the crimson mace and nut.

Grafted and budded trees adapt exceptionally well to large containers and terrace cultivation, maintaining a compact branching structure and guaranteeing 100% bisexual or female flowering plants that yield spices within just 2 to 3 years compared to 7+ years for seedling trees!

Description

Golden Jaathi / Yellow Nutmeg (Myristica fragrans ‘Golden’) grows best in partial shade to filtered sunlight and thrives in warm, humid tropical climates with abundant rainfall. Water regularly to keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged, especially during the early growth stage. It prefers deep, fertile, well-drained soil rich in organic matter. Protect young plants from strong winds and harsh afternoon sunlight. Choose a sheltered location with good drainage to support healthy growth and nutmeg production.

Recommended Planting Method for Best Results

For healthy growth and strong establishment, prepare a 2–3 ft deep pit. If available, place a layer of green leaves at the bottom. Mix 1.5 kg bone meal, 1 kg oil cake, 20 kg raw cow or goat dung, and 100 g urea with an equal quantity of soil, then fill the pit and cover it with soil.

Leave the pit for about one month, watering it daily so the mixture decomposes well. After one month, mix the contents again and add 100 g calcium or dolomite. Wait one more week, then plant the sapling.

If you need to plant immediately and cannot wait for the one-month decomposition period, do not add oil cake or calcium/dolomite; use only the soil, manure, bone meal, and urea mixture for planting.