Is Amalaki a Type of Gooseberry? Unpacking the Indian Gooseberry
                                
                                
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                                According to ancient Ayurvedic texts, Amalaki holds a revered position as the 'first tree to be created in the universe'. In fact, Amalaki, also known as Amla, is a specific and unique type of gooseberry, often referred to as the Indian gooseberry.