Rose Hips Whole

The rose is known the world over, but fewer people are aware of the rose hip. It is, in fact, the round fruit that sits just below the flower, and contains the plant’s seeds. Rose hips are widely available in Europe, Asia and North Africa. They are part of the Rosa genus of the Rosaceae family and also known as rose haw or rose hep.

Rose hips are usually a red-orange colour as they are high in lycopene and beta carotene which have been known to promote skin and eye health. Rose hips are also high in folate and vitamin C and contain vitamin A, vitamin B3, vitamin D and vitamin E, as well as flavonoids, carotenoids, beta-sitosterol, fructose, malic acid, tannins, magnesium, zinc, copper and numerous other phytochemicals, including catechins, quercetin and ellagic acid which help to lower inflammation and oxidative stress.

Rosehips begin to form after successful pollination of flowers in spring or early summer, and ripen in late summer through autumn.

How is it used?

Rose hips have been traditionally been used to reduce pain and stiffness and improve functionality for people with osteoarthritis and can help to manage pain post surgery. It is also believed that they can improve heart health by lowering cholesterol and blood pressure and as a rich source of vitamin C, rose hips are thought to help boost the immune system.

Rose hips are also an excellent source of vitamin C for animals and can help strengthen their immune system.

In the kitchen, rose hips are used in teas and infusions, jams, jellies and soups.

We can now offer this product in an organic version.

Contact Joseph Flach & Sons today to place your wholesale order for rose hips and start exploring their many uses.

Natural products can cause side effects. As with any food product or herbal supplement, it is advisable to seek professional advice before newly incorporating into one’s routine or into a new product, especially for individuals who are susceptible to allergies, have other dietary issues, weakened immune systems or other health complications.

Important: Joseph Flach & Sons are not herbalists and are unable to offer advice on and are unable to attest to the efficacy or suitability of a material for use in a herbal remedy or as a product ingredient.