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Medicinal

The fruit of many members of this genus is a very rich source of vitamins and minerals, especially in vitamins A, C and E, flavonoids and other bio-active compounds.
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Geographical distribution

  • Europe, Middle Europe
  • Europe, Southeastern Europe
  • Europe, Southwestern Europe

Rosa glauca Pourr. (S)

Family: ROSACEAE
Genus: Rosa
Species: glauca Pourr. (S)
Common names: Red-Leafed Rose
Distribution summary: C. & S. Europe
Habit: Shrub
Hardiness: H5 - Hardy; cold winter
Garden status: Currently grown
Garden location: Europe & Mediterranean (E), Plants of the World (B)
Reason for growing: Medicinal


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