Seed Availability

Seeds are now available at our seed store.

Description

Large tree to 60+ft. The small leaves are borne on branches in a manner similar to a mimosa. Emblic's are sensitive to day length and flower and fruit when days are long.

Hardiness

The emblic is subtropical and will withstand frosts as well as hot temperatures.

Growing Environment

N/A

Propagation

By seeds.

Uses

Fruits are often eaten raw, sprinkled with sugar. They are also baked into desserts, and used in preparing beverages.

Native Range

Native range extends from Pakistan through southern China. Emblic is also grown commercially in much of southeast Asia.

Related Species

Phyllanthaceae
	Antidesma bunius Bignay		Antidesma dallachyanum Herbert River Cherry
	Antidesma venosum Tassle Berry		Phyllanthus acidus Otaheite Gooseberry
	Phyllanthus emblica Emblic