Bitter apple. Colocynth. A type of gourd about the size of an orange. It has bitter, spongy flesh and is used as a laxative. It is drought resistant so grows well in sandy places.
Mace. Nutmeg is the kernel of a fruit similar to an apricot, and is wrapped in a scarlet leathery lace or aril of mace. Nutmeg is a hard kernel which needs to be grated.
