Rosa canina
Dog Rose
Explore the size, hardiness, soil, light, edible uses and harvest period of Rosa canina.
Plant Properties
Growth conditions
Moist, Wet
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
Acidic Neutral Alkaline
Partial shade, Full sun
Usage properties
Fruit, Flowers, Coffee, Tea, Seed
Hedge, Bee forage, Fragrant
Description
Fruit: can be consumed both raw and cooked. The fruits are well-suited for making jam, syrup, and other delicacies. The syrup is popular as a dietary supplement, especially for babies. Dried fruits can be used for brewing tea. Frost makes the flesh softer and sweeter. The fruits are about 30 mm in diameter but have only a thin layer of flesh surrounding many seeds. Be cautious of the hairs on the seeds, which can cause irritation, so careful consumption is important. Seeds: the seeds are rich in vitamin E and can be ground and mixed with flour or used as a supplement. Be sure to remove the hairs from the seeds. Leaves: after drying, the leaves can be used as a coffee or tea substitute. Petals: can be eaten both raw and cooked. Note that the underside of a petal can be very bitter, so it is better to remove it. In China, the petals are eaten as a vegetable and used to make strongly scented jam.