Plant Description
The tree is small to medium in size, reaching 1-8 meters (3+1⁄2–26 feet) in height.
The bark is mottled. The branchlets are finely pubescent (not glabrous), 10-20 cm
(4-8 inches) long, usually deciduous. The leaves are simple, subsessile, and closely
set along light green branchlets resembling pinnate leaves. The flowers are
greenish–yellow. The fruit is nearly spherical, light greenish–yellow, quite smooth,
and hard on appearance, with six vertical stripes or furrows. The fruit is up to 26
millimeters (1 in) in diameter, and, while the fruit of wild plants weigh
approximately 5.5 grams (0.2 ounces), cultivated fruits average 28.4 g (1 oz) to 56
g (2 oz).
Active constituent of Amla
| Types |
Chemical Constituents |
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Hydrolysable Tannins
|
Emblicanin A and B, Punigluconin, Pedunculagin, Chebulinic acid,
Chebulagic acid, Corilagin, Geraniin, Ellagotannin. |
|
Alkaloids
|
Phyllantine ,Phyllembein,Phyllantidine |
|
Phenolic compounds
|
Gallic acid , methyl gallate ,Ellagic acid ,Trigallayl glucose |
|
Amino acid
|
Glutamic acid ,Proline ,Aspartic acid ,Alanine , Cystine , Lysine |
|
Carbohydrates
|
Pectin |
|
Vitamins
|
Ascorbic acid |
|
Flavonoids
|
Quereetin , Kaempferol |
|
Organic Acids
|
Citric Acid |
Uses
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Amla benefits include antibacterial & astringent properties which help improve
the body's immunity system. Indian Gooseberry also increases white blood cells
which help flush out the toxins from the body.
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Amla is used in a lot of shampoos and conditioners owing to its rich antioxidant
& iron content. Indian Gooseberry contains high levels of Vitamin C which helps
reduce hair fall. It also strengthens the roots & maintains hair color.
Antibacterial properties of Amla help fight dandruff.
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Amla is a great stress reliever which helps induce sleep and relieve headaches
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Amla is rich in carotene content which is well known for its powerful effect on
vision-related conditions. Formulation made of Indian Gooseberry and Honey helps
to improve eyesight, near-sightedness, and cataracts.
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Amla acts as an active blood purifier when consumed with honey.
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Amla benefits also include absorbing calcium which is an essential element for
teeth, bones & hair.
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Amla reduces the number of free radicals in the body through its antioxidant
properties. It helps reduce wrinkles, dark circles and other signs of aging. It
also protects the body from radiation.
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Amla is known to boost metabolism which helps reduce body fat. It is recommended
to add Amla in one's daily diet.
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Amla helps flush out the harmful toxins from the body reducing skin blemishes.
The astringent properties of Indian Gooseberry help tighten the pores, giving
you clear and healthy skin.
Prepared by : Ms. Tanisha Kumar
Checked by : Ms. Nikhat Khan
Verified by : Dr. Mahavir Chhajed
