Amla, Indian Gooseberry (Phyllanthus emblica)
Amla is a small drought-tolerant fruit tree native to India that has a rich background in Ayurvedic medicine and is used in many culinary ways. The yellow, quarter-sized Amla fruit tastes sour and astringent with sweet, bitter and pungent secondary tastes.
Our Amla is grown from seed and is capable of producing fruit 5 years from seedling, and can reach heights of up to 12 feet.
Plant Type:
Tropical Evergreen Fruit Tree
Harvest Season:
Summer
Mature Size:
Up to 12 ft.
Soil & Moisture:
Performs well in sandy, well-draining soil. Be careful not over water.
Light Requirements:
Full Sun, Part Shade
Self-Fertile:
Yes
Growth Rate:
Medium
Zone Hardiness:
Outdoors 9+ with frost protection; Patio/Greenhouse 4+
Propagation:
Our Amla is grown from seed and is capable of harvest 5 years from seedling.
