Rose hip

The rose hip, also called the rose haw, is the pomeaceous fruit of the rose plant. It is typically red to orange but may be dark purple to black in some species.

Related Topics:
Pome - Fruit - Rose

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Rose hips of some species, especially Rosa canina (Dog Rose), have been used as a source of Vitamin C. Rosehips are commonly used as a herbal tea, often blended with hibiscus and as an oil. They can also be used to make jam, jelly and marmalade.

Related Topics:
Dog Rose - Vitamin C - Herbal tea - Hibiscus - Oil - Jam - Jelly - Marmalade

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