What Is the Botanical Name of Amla? - #11746

I’ve been reading a lot about amla (Indian gooseberry) and its incredible health benefits, but when I searched for it in different places, I noticed that it has multiple names depending on the region and language. I came across its Sanskrit and Hindi names, but I’m not sure—what is the correct botanical name of amla? I know that amla is widely used in Ayurveda for improving immunity, digestion, and hair health. It is often consumed as fresh fruit, juice, or in powdered form. But when I searched online, I found different scientific names like Emblica officinalis and Phyllanthus emblica. Are both of these correct, or is one more accurate than the other? Another thing I’m curious about is why amla has so many different names. In Ayurveda, it is called Dhatri and Amalaki, while in different Indian languages, it has other names like Nellikai (Tamil, Kannada), Usirikaya (Telugu), and Avala (Marathi, Gujarati). Is there a specific reason why certain Ayurvedic herbs have multiple names in different texts? Apart from its botanical name, I also want to know if there are different varieties of amla. I saw that some amla fruits are small and round, while others are slightly larger. Do these different varieties have different medicinal properties, or are they all the same in terms of health benefits? I’m particularly interested in using amla for hair growth and overall health. Since amla is packed with Vitamin C and antioxidants, I want to start consuming it regularly. But does it matter if I take fresh amla, dried amla powder, or amla juice? Which form has the highest nutrient content? Lastly, are there any side effects of consuming too much amla? I know it is sour and cooling in nature, so can it cause acidity or other issues if taken in excess? If anyone knows the correct botanical name of amla and more details about its different varieties and health benefits, please share your knowledge! I’d love to learn more before adding it to my daily routine.