A go-to spice for over thousands of years, Amla is used widely. The citrus, pale green fruit of the Indian gooseberry tree is true to it's Sanskrit name, 'amla' which means sour and tangy. In fact, it is also known as 'amalaki'.
This astringent tasting powder is extensively used in cooking, juices, hair care and lots more.
Amla, the ayurvedic superfood spice is one of the most important crop grown in the Indian Subcontinent. It has many varieties, all of which depend on a sub-tropical, dry climate and saline, alkaline soil for growth. These growing conditions are found best in the states of Madhya Pradesh. Amla is widely grown in wastelands and dry lands from mid-June to December. It is then used in beverages, dietary supplements, cooking, skin care and hair care products.
