Rose hip
Rose hip
Rose hip or rosehip (pronunciation: /ˈroʊzˌhɪp/), also known as rose haw or rose hep, is the fruit of the rose plant, that typically is red-to-orange, but ranges from dark purple to black in some species.
Etymology
The term "rose hip" comes from the Middle English ros hipe. The term "haw" is an old term for "hedge".
Description
Rose hips begin to form after successful pollination of flowers in spring or early summer, and ripen in late summer through autumn.
Uses
Rose hips are used for herbal teas, jam, jelly, syrup, rose hip soup, beverages, pies, bread, wine, and marmalade. They can also be eaten raw, like a berry, if care is taken to avoid the hairs inside the fruit.
Medicinal uses
Rose hips are particularly high in Vitamin C content, one of the richest plant sources available. Rose hips also contain Vitamin A, Vitamin B, Vitamin E, and Vitamin K. They are also rich in essential fatty acids, which are involved in tissue regeneration and retinoic acid synthesis.
Related terms
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Rose hip
- Wikipedia's article - Rose hip
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