Myrobalan emblic
Phyllanthus indofischeri

Family: Phyllanthaceae

What it is like

A tree. It grows 12 m tall. The branches are stout. The bark is smooth. The branchlets are usually less than 25 cm long. There are about 50 leaves per branch. The leaves are 2.8 cm long by 1.3 cm wide. They are oblong with a rounded tip and a heart shaped base. The fruit are 2.5-4 cm across.

Where it is found

It is a tropical plant. It grows in scrub forests and low altitude deciduous forest.

Countries/locations it is found in

Asia, India

How it is used for food

The fruit are eaten raw or cooked. The fruit are used for pickles.

The fruit are enjoyed.

Edible parts

Fruit

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Amla, Karanelli, Malainelli, Nelli

Synonyms

Emblica fischeri Gamble;