Rosa villosa
Plant Details
Plant Properties
Layer:
Shrub
Format:
Smal
Height:
1.80 m
Width:
- m
Growth Rate:
Fast
Leaf:
Deciduous
Growth conditions
USDA Hardiness:
4-8
Soil Moisture:
Moist
Moist
Soil:
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
pH:
Acid Neutral Basic
Acid Neutral Basic
Light:
Half shade, Sun
Half shade, Sun
Usage properties
Edible part:
Fruit, Tea, Seed
Fruit, Tea, Seed
Edibility:
Medicinal:
Features:
Hedge, Fragrant
Hedge, Fragrant
Description
Fruits - edible both raw and cooked. They have a pleasantly sour pulp and can be used to make jam and jelly. The fruits are about 30 mm in diameter but have only a thin layer of flesh surrounding many seeds. They are rich in vitamin C, with 1303 mg per 100 g (fresh weight). Be cautious when eating these fruits due to potential hazards; refer to the explanation above. The seeds are a good source of vitamin E and can be ground into powder to add to flour or other foods as a supplement. Make sure to remove the seed hairs. The leaves can be used as a coffee substitute. A pleasant fruit-flavored tea is made from the dried fruits.
Harvest Data
Start Harvest:
15/08
End of Harvest:
31/10
Guilds
Guild Information
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Guild Details
| Guild | Description |
|---|---|
|
Rubus idaeus Raspberry |
Enhances biodiversity and attracts beneficial insects that help pollinate and reduce pests. |
|
Sambucus canadensis American Elder |
Provides shelter and attracts pollinators, creating a beneficial microclimate for Rosa villosa. |
|
Symphoricarpos albus Snowberry |
Offers ground cover that helps retain soil moisture and prevent weeds. |
|
Alnus glutinosa European Alder |
Fixes nitrogen in the soil, benefiting nearby plants including Rosa villosa. |
|
Thymus vulgaris Common Thyme, Garden thyme, Wild Thyme |
Repels pests and attracts beneficial insects, promoting a healthier garden environment. |