Amla is renowned in Ayurveda for boosting immunity, aiding digestion, and improving skin/hair health due to high vitamin C and antioxidants. Treats diabetes, heart issues, eyes, and inflammation. Juice/powder relieves acidity, constipation. Anti-aging properties rejuvenate body.
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Exceptional vitamin C content (20x oranges), year-round fruiting in tropics. Nitrogen-fixer improves soil. Fruits for pickles, juices, Chyawanprash. Ornamental with dense foliage. Pest-resistant, drought-tolerant once established.
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Phyllanthus emblica
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🌱 Story of Nellika
Nellika, known as Indian Gooseberry or Amla in English, is a deciduous tree with feathery leaves and small greenish-yellow flowers. It produces round, translucent green fruits rich in vitamin C. Thrives in tropical climates, reaching 10-20m height. Fruits used in food, medicine, and hair care. Hardy, low-maintenance tree common in Kerala.
This tree heals the planet
Every single day, Nellika gives back
☁️ CO₂ Absorbed
50 kg/yr
≈ 250 km of car emissions offset annually
💨 Oxygen Released
36 kg/yr
💧 Water Conserved
8,500 L/yr
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Age
18.0m
Height
50yr
Lifespan
Young
Stage
📋 Details
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Family
Phyllanthaceae
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Native Status
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City
Kollam
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Location
Private Property
🩺 Medicinal Properties
Amla is renowned in Ayurveda for boosting immunity, aiding digestion, and improving skin/hair health due to high vitamin C and antioxidants. Treats diabetes, heart issues, eyes, and inflammation. Juice/powder relieves acidity, constipation. Anti-aging properties rejuvenate body.
✨ What makes Nellika special
Exceptional vitamin C content (20x oranges), year-round fruiting in tropics. Nitrogen-fixer improves soil. Fruits for pickles, juices, Chyawanprash. Ornamental with dense foliage. Pest-resistant, drought-tolerant once established.
