Rose hips are the stone fruits of all roses. The red rose hips of Rosa canina and Rosa corymbifera are mostly used. Already in the Middle Ages, the stone fruits were used to treat various ailments.
Ingredients
Rose hips contain organic acids such as ascorbic acid (vitamin C), apple & citric acid. In addition, anthocyanins and flavonoids as well as carotenoids and tannins are contained.
Application
Due to their ingredients, rose hips can have antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and general health benefits.
Therefore, drupes are used for diarrheal diseases, flu & colds, as well as rheumatic complaints and chronic back pain.