Aril -

: They are often brightly colored and nutrient-rich to attract animals, which eat the aril and disperse the seeds. Common Examples :

: The juicy red "gems" we eat are often called arils, though technically they are a fleshy seed coat called a sarcotesta . : They are often brightly colored and nutrient-rich

: The white, edible flesh is a true aril. : They are often brightly colored and nutrient-rich

: The lacy, red covering of a nutmeg seed is an aril; when dried, it becomes the spice mace . : They are often brightly colored and nutrient-rich

Look who survived our brutal Minnesota winter: 1/2 aril Genetic Artist!