Definition of "myrobalan" [my•rob•a•lan]

• See cherry plum. (noun)
• See Indian almond. (noun)
• The fruit of either of these plants. (noun)

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• "Unlike harsher laxatives, it contains three important tropical fruits, one of which is called amla or Indian gooseberry Chebulic myrobalan, which is very high in vitamin C."
• "Mix eclipta alba, black sesame, dry emblica myrobalan and sugar candy in equal quantities (all in powdered form)."
• "Vitamin C – The main sources of Vitamin C are sweet-sour fruits, myrobalan, tomatoes, watermelons, pears, cabbages, pineapples, potatoes and green leafy vegetables."