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Wild Rose (Rosa virginiana) is a native plant with edible and medicinal uses.
We have six native species of wild rose in New England and two introduced species.
Wild rose can be found in sandy and saline soil. It requires at least 6 hours of sun per day.
Leaves are alternate and composed of 3-9 leaflets. Flowers are symmetrical. The rose grows as a shrub-like plant.
Rose petals are high in antioxidants. They can be turned into rose water, jelly, or candied. Rose petals are also used in skincare for their cooling and anti-inflammatory effects.
The flowers become fruits (rose hips) later in the summer. Hips are high in vitamin C and can be used in jam or tea.
Rose leaves can be turned into tea for use in improving digestion and relieving stress.
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Written by Amy Demers, founder of the Connecticut Foraging Club. To learn more about foraging in Connecticut, check out our upcoming classes.
