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Manjunursery Amla Plant(Hybrid, Pack of 1)

Manjunursery Amla Plant(Hybrid, Pack of 1)

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The Amla plant, also known as Phyllanthus emblica, is a deciduous tree with the following characteristics ¹:- Height and Spread: Reaches 1–8 meters (3+1?2–26 feet) in height, with a spread of around 20 feet.- Bark: Mottled bark that is finely pubescent.- Leaves: Simple, subsessile and closely set along branchlets, light green, resembling pinnate leaves.- Flowers: Greenish–yellow flowers.- Fruit: Nearly spherical, light greenish–yellow fruit, quite smooth and hard on appearance, with six vertical stripes or furrows, and up to 26 millimeters (1 in) in diameter.Chemical ConstituentsThe Amla fruit is a rich source of ¹ ²:- Ascorbic acid (Vitamin C): One of the richest natural sources of vitamin C, with approximately 600 to 700 mg per fruit.- Polyphenols: Such as ellagic acid, gallic acid, apigenin, quercetin, luteolin, and corilagin.- Carotene: A precursor to vitamin A.- Fiber: Soluble dietary fiber that can help regulate bowel movements and absorb excess sugar in the body.UsesAmla has several uses, including ¹ ²:- Culinary: The fruit may be eaten raw or cooked and is used as an ingredient in various dishes.- Traditional medicine: Used in Ayurveda for its medicinal properties.- Hair care: Amla oil is used for hair growth and to prevent dandruff.- Skin care: Amla has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties that can help with skin allergies and glow.