The oldest medical system, Ayurveda, recognizes amla for its curative and preventative properties and employs it in its practice. Amla (also known as Emblica officinalis or emblic myrobalan) is referred to in Sanskrit as amalaki. The Indian subcontinent is home to Phyllanthus emblica, most often known as Indian gooseberry or amla. This fruit has been prized for ages due to its many purported health benefits. This article provides a concise summary of the pharmacology and traditional uses of the Emblica officinalis plant. Phytochemicals isolated from amla have been shown to have a wide range of biological activities, including antioxidant, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, anti-diabetic, radiation protective, chemopreventive, and wound-healing properties.