Rosa rugosa

Plant Details

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General Information

Scientific name: Rosa rugosa

Also known as: Ramanas Rose, Rugosa rose

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Plant Properties

Layer: Shrub

Format: Smal

Height: 2.00 m

Width: 2.00 m

Growth Rate: Moderate

Leaf: Deciduous

Growth conditions

USDA Hardiness: 3-9

Soil Moisture:
Permeable, Moist

Soil:
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)

pH:
Acid Neutral Basic

Light:
Half shade, Sun

Usage properties

Edible part:
Fruit, Flowers, Trunk, Tea, Seed

Edibility:
(5)

Medicinal:
(2)

Features:
Hedge, Fragrant

Description

Fruits: These fruits can be eaten both raw and cooked, and they are known for their sweet flavor. They are quite large, with a thick layer of flesh, and have a diameter of about 25 mm. Additionally, they are a source of vitamin C. Note that the seeds have tiny hairs that can cause irritation when eaten. The fruits can also be used to make tea rich in vitamin C. Flowers: The flowers of this plant can be eaten both raw and cooked, and they have an aromatic scent. They are often used in jelly and preserves. To avoid bitterness, it is recommended to remove the white underside of the petals. Young shoots: The young shoots of this plant can be cooked and are used as leafy greens. They are mainly harvested in the spring. Seeds: The seeds are a good source of vitamin E and can be ground into powder to be mixed with flour or added as a supplement to food. Again, it is important to remove the hairs on the seeds to prevent irritation. Tea can also be made from the leaves of this plant.

Harvest Data

Start Harvest: 01/09

End of Harvest: 31/10

Guilds

Guild Information

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Guild Details

Guild	Description
Arbutus unedoxaera Strawberry Tree	Attracts pollinators and helps improve soil structure.
Broussonetia kazinoki Kozo	Provides shade and windbreak, which benefits rose growth.
Cudrania tricuspidata Silkworm Thorn, Storehousebush	Enhances biodiversity and provides additional fruits.
Diospyros virginiana American Persimmon	Offers additional fruit and attracts wildlife beneficial to the garden.
Prunus domestica Plum	Provides shade and enhances soil nutrients through leaf litter.
Morus alba White mulberry	Attracts birds that help control pests in the garden.
Prunus avium Sweet cherry	Provides edible cherries and can act as a windbreak.
Corylus avellana Hazel	Provides nuts and helps improve soil through its root system.
Alnus glutinosa European Alder	Fixes nitrogen in the soil, improving fertility for roses.
Verbena officinalis Vervain, Herb of the cross, Prostrate verbena	Attracts beneficial insects and enhances overall biodiversity.