Amla
Latin Name: Phyllanthus emblica
Alternate Names: Amalaki, Dharty, Indian Gooseberry
Family: EUPHORBIACEAE
Parts Used: Fruit.
Properties: Aphrodisiac, Astringent, Blood tonic, Hemostatic, Laxative, Nutritive, Refrigerant, Rejuvenative, Restorative, Stomach Tonic, Yin Tonic.
Internal Uses: Anemia, Colitis, Constipation, Convalescence, Debility, Diabetes, Gastritis, Gingivitis, Gout, Gray Hair, Hemorrhoids, Hepatitis, High Cholesterol, Liver Weakness, Osteoporosis, Spleen Weakness, Tachycardia, Vision Loss
Internal Applications: Tea, Tincture, Capsule, Paste (it is an ingredient in Chayvanprash, a popular Ayurvedic tonic)
When initially used, Amla is an astrngent. Amla is about twenty times higher in vitamin C than oranges. Amla is being studied to determine its antiviral and antifungal properties. It enhances cellular regeneration and stimulate production of interferon and corticosteroids.
Topical Uses: Mental Fogginess
Topical Applications: Use as a poultice on the head for mental disorders
Culinary uses: Eat fresh or dried fruit; can be stewed, used in jelly.
Energetics: Sour, Sweet, Cool.
Chemical Constituents: Ascorbic acid, gallic acid, ellagic acid, tannins.
Contraindications: Avoid in cases of acute diarrhea and dysentery.
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