Amla

HIGHLIGHTS

• Popularly used as  – Phyllanthus emblica L. , Indian gooseberry, emblic myrobalans, and Amla
• Flower – greenish-yellow
• Edible – The fruit, seed, leaves, root, bark and flowers
• Growth – Fast growth rate
• Uses – Improves Immunity. Amla benefits include antibacterial & astringent properties which help improve the body’s immunity system.

PLANTING & CARE

• Temperature – Prefers temperature is below 32 F.
• Water – Newly planted– Watering of bearing plants is advised during summer months at the bi-weekly interval.
• Light – Amla plants require a plenty of sun to grow well. Position your plant in a location where it gets full sunlight and fewer winds.
• Fertilizer – Application of 30 grams of Nitrogen each year during September – October up to 10 years for each tree is recommended.
• Pruning – During March-April, prune and thin the crowded branches to provide maximum fruit bearing area in the tree.

SPECIFICATION

• Plant – Amla
• Flower colour -greenish-yellow
• Height – 40 to 50 cm / 1.5 feet
• Pot size – 4 – 6 inches upper diameter
• Weight – 2-3 Kgs