Medicinal
Ayurveda
Bhumi Amla
Phyllanthus niruri
Bhumi Amla is a small annual medicinal herb known in Ayurveda for supporting liver health, managing jaundice, and aiding kidney function.
Quick Facts
Height: 15–60 cm m
Blooms: June–September
Slender green stems, small alternate green leaves, tiny greenish-white flowers, smooth green capsules under leaves
20–35°C
Visit Information
Location
Field margins, gardens, herbal farms, moist disturbed soils
Best Viewing Time
Annual
Habitat & Care
Natural Habitat
Tropical and subtropical regions
Lifespan
Annual (completes cycle in one season)
Temperature Range
Warm and humid
Significance
Medicinal Uses
Ayurvedic syrups, powders, liver tonics, kidney health formulations
Cultural Significance
Named 'Bhumi Amla' because its fruits grow close to the soil under the leaves
Conservation Status
Wild and cultivated in herbal farms
Did You Know?
Also called Stonebreaker in English
Traditionally used for kidney stone prevention
Supports healthy liver function
Small green capsules grow under the leaves
Plan Your Visit
Come and see this amazing plant species in person at Patna Zoo