Aavla(Amalika)
classification of Emblica officinalis
Kingdom: Plantae
Division: Flowering plant
Class: Magnoliopsida
Order: Malpighiales
Family: Phyllanthaceae
Tribe: Phyllantheae
Subtribe: Flueggeinae
Genus: Phyllanthus
Species: P. emblica officinalis
Common name: Emblic myrobalan
Family: Euphorbiaceae
Nature of Emblica officinalis
This is a medium-sized deciduous tree, with pimiately compound leaves. it bears a small pale greenish yellow globose shaped fruit, marked with six lobes.
Distribution: Occurs throughout india in plains as well as in coastal districts.
Special characteristics of Emblica officinalis : Its globose fruit, which is larger when cultivated.
Medicinal uses of Emblica officinalis
fruits are s rich source of Vitamin C. it is an effective liver tonic and a mild laxative. it also helps in improving the appetite and digestion. it is one of the main ingredients of "Chavanprash".
The fruit is a great source of Vitamin C and used in ayurvedic preparations.
Status: A commonly occurring plant of deciduous forests.
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