Botanical name - Rosa canina
Country of Origin - Chile
Rosehips are very high in vitamin C, and were cultivated in medieval times when other fruits were scarce. The dog rose flower was a symbol of medieval heraldry, and can be seen in carvings in its highly stylised form.
Rosehips make a delicious Apple jelly with a pretty pale pink colour and delicate flavour which is great with pork. They're also good for homemade wine. Rosehip syrup is a very traditional use of rosehips. It’s great for pouring over ice cream, or as a cocktail ingredient instead of grenadine.