Rosehips
Also known as: Rose Hips
Description
Rosehips are bright scarlet to deep red, ovoid or pear-shaped fruits (hips) from several species of Roses.
Botanical Names
Rosa acicularis
Rosa canina
Rosa cinnamomea
Rosa rubiginosa
Rosa mosqueta
Rosa rugosa
All varieties of Rosehips belong to the Rose (Rosaceae) family.
Health Benefits of Rosehips
Many of the health benefits attributed to Rosehips are based on their high Vitamin C content. Keep in mind that the cost of Vitamin C derived from Rosehips is approximately 25 times that of synthetic Vitamin C.
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