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Amla, Nellikka, Indian Gooseberry Plants

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The Indian gooseberry, also called amla or the nellikka, is a fruit-bearing tree native to India. It is an important ingredient of many ayurvedic preparations for health and wellness.

  • Common Names: Indian gooseberry, amla, Nellikai (in Tamil), Nellikkai (in Malayalam), Dhatri, Amlaka (in Sanskrit), Amla, Amlika (in Hindi), Usirikaya (in Telugu), and Dhatriphala (in Ayurveda).
  • Scientific name: Phyllanthus emblica
  • Maturity period: 2 Years (for grafted plants)
  • Growing in containers: Possible
  • Edibility rating: 8/10
  • Health benefits: 8/10

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How to grow Amla (Indian Gooseberry)

Amla (Nelly) is a medium sized deciduous tree. Each gooseberry is rich in vitamin C and this is its main medicinal content.
According to Ayurveda, amla soothes Tridosha, increases immunity and mineral nutrition and reduces diabetes and fever. It is also a nerve stimulant.

The tree is a small to medium-sized tree that may grow up to 18 metres high but is usually about 10 metres tall. It has a spreading crown and a twisted or curved trunk.

Amla Plant Profile

  • Origin: India
  • Sunlight requirement: Full sun
  • Growth habit type: Tree
  • Average Height: 15-45 meters
  • Average width (canopy span): 12-15 meters
  • Growth rate: Medium
  • Ease of growing: Moderate
  • Fruiting season: February-March

Suitable climate and soil conditions:

Amla grows well in tropical and subtropical regions. It also tolerates a variety of soil types, but grows best in slightly acidic soils.

Sunlight requirements:

Amla prefers full sun to partial shade.

Planting distance:

Amla trees should be planted at least 6 metres apart. Grafted varieties of Amla plants can be grown in containers too.

Pruning:

The Amla tree only needs minimal pruning. Dead or diseased branches should be removed. 

Water requirements:

Once established, amla is relatively draught tolerant. Provide water under sever draught conditions. Amla grown in containers require regular watering.

Amla berries:

Amla is a round, greenish to pale yellow berry about 1-3 centimetres in diameter. As it ripens, the colour become paler. The amla berries has a sour and slightly bitter taste.  

Red-coloured hybrid varieties of amla are also available now.

Edible Uses:

The amla / nellikka is used in cooking to add a sour flavour to dishes. It's also used for making chutneys, pickles and preserves. Amla is often eaten with salt and red chilli powder as a snack.

Amla health benefits and medicinal Use:

  • Amla has been used in traditional Indian medicine for thousands of years. It is well known for its health benefits, including improving digestion, strengthening the immune system and reducing inflammation.
  • Amla is the main ingredient in the Chyavanprash, an age old ayurvedic preparation for good health and immunity. It is also one of the three main ingredients of Triphala, a popular Ayurvedic herbal formula.
  • Nellikka (amla) arishtam is a common health tonic used in Indian households.
    It is a common ingredient in hair care products as it strengthens hair roots and prevent hair loss.
  • When cooked, the vitamin C content in amla reduces. Studies show cooking amla for an hour resulted in a reduction of about one-third of vitamin C content.
  • Amla is one of the constituent of Triphala Churna.

Nutritional Value:

Amla is a rich source of vitamin C, antioxidants and other nutrients. It's also low in calories and rich in dietary fibre.

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Data sheet

Fruit Plant
Amla
Growth Type
Tree
Sunlight Needs
Full sun to light shade
Botnaical family
Phyllanthaceae (Phyllanthus)

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