Rose hips

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Rose hips

Rose hips (pronunciation: /rəʊz hɪps/) are the fruit of the rose plant, typically red to orange, but ranges from dark purple to black in some species. They are known for their high vitamin C content and are used in various food preparations and traditional medicines.

Etymology

The term "rose hip" comes from the Middle English words "rose hipe" or "rose hep", with "hep" or "hip" meaning a type of small, roundish fruit.

Description

Rose hips begin to form in spring after the rose plant has been pollinated and continue to mature through the summer and into early fall. They are rich in vitamin C, and are often used in teas, jams, jellies, and syrups for their nutritional benefits and flavor.

Uses

Medicinal uses of rose hips include treatment of colds, influenza, and scurvy, due to their high vitamin C content. They are also used in the production of rose hip oil, which is used in skincare products for its antioxidant properties.

Related terms

  • Rose: The plant from which rose hips are derived.
  • Vitamin C: A vitamin found in high quantities in rose hips.
  • Antioxidant: Substances that can prevent or slow damage to cells caused by free radicals, unbalanced molecules that the body produces as a reaction to environmental and other pressures.
  • Rose hip oil: An oil derived from rose hips, used in skincare products.

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