Myristica malabarica magnifica" and "M. malabarica" are endangered trees that are native to Western Ghats. The swamp lands and lowlands where they normally grow have been significantly drained for agricultural use. - http://www.biotik.org/india/species/m/myrimala/myrimala_en.html for more information Myristica malabarica Myristica malabarica is a species of plant in the Myristicaceae family. It is endemic to the Western Ghats in southwest India. It is threatened by habitat loss according to the IUCN Red List. It can reach up to 25 m long and its bark is greenish black, smooth and sometimes reddish. Names in local languages: Kattujathi (literally wild nutmeg), Kattujathikka, Kottappannu, Panampalka, Pathiripoovu, Ponnampannu,
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