Amla
Description:
Its cultivation is common in India found in various parts of India.The powder of the dried amla fruit is an effective remedy of hyper acidity,ulcers and blood impurities. It is also used both internally and externally as a decoction and paste. Amla is a wonder herb with numerous indication.
Botanical Name : Emblica Officinalis
English Name : Indian Gooseberry
Family Name : Euphorbiaceae
Common Name : Gooseberry, Phyllanthus Emblica, Emblica, Indian Gooseberry, Amla,Aaonla
Manipuri Name : Amla
Marathi Name : Amla
Tamil Name : Nelli
Malayalam Name : Nelli, Nellikka
Telugu Name : Usiri, Usirikaya
Kannada Name : Betta nelli, Amalaka
Oriya Name : Aonla
Gujarati Name : ambala
Sanskrit Name : Dhatri, amalaka
Part Used : Fruit,Seed
Medicinal Uses :
1.Emblica Officinalis or Amla is aperient, carminative, diuretic, aphrodasiac, laxative, astringent and refrigerant.
2.It is the richest known source of vitamin ‘C’. It is useful in anaemia, jaundice, dyspepcia, haemorrhage disorders, diabetes, asthma and bronchitis.
3.It cures insomnia and is healthy for hair.
4.It is considered as one of the most rejuvenating drugs, imparting a long healthy life and weight gain.
5.It also acts as an antacid and antitumorganic agent.