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Indian Gooseberry
आजची वनस्पती

Phyllanthus emblica

Indian GooseberryEvergreen

Indian Gooseberry (Phyllanthus emblica) is a tree belonging to the Phyllanthaceae family, native to India. Known for its fragrant blooms.

FamilyPhyllanthaceae
GenusPhyllanthus
NativeIndia
LifespanAnnual

Taxonomy

The scientific classification of Phyllanthus emblica.

Classification

KingdomPlantae
FamilyPhyllanthaceae
GenusPhyllanthus
SpeciesPhyllanthus emblica
Binomial NamePhyllanthus emblica
AuthorLinnaeus
Common NameIndian Gooseberry
Life FormEvergreen
Growth HabitBushy, upright

Taxonomic Hierarchy

KingdomPlantae
FamilyPhyllanthaceae
GenusPhyllanthus
SpeciesPhyllanthus emblica
Binomial NamePhyllanthus emblica
AuthorLinnaeus
Common NameIndian Gooseberry

Taxonomic Notes

  • Hibiscus rosa-sinensis belongs to the family Malvaceae.
  • The genus Hibiscus includes over 200 species of shrubs, trees, and herbs.
  • This species is widely cultivated as an ornamental plant.