Rosa canina – dried, cut berry without seeds

The berries are harvested at peak ripeness and then sorted to remove the internal seeds. This process allows for a more pleasant infusion, without complex filtration. The cut version also allows for better release of the active ingredients during infusion.

Description

Fragments of dried orange-red fruit, with soft, fibrous flesh. Sweet, tangy taste and fruity aroma reminiscent of baked apple and red berries.

Nomenclature

• Common names: Rosehip, rosehip, dog rose
• Latin name: Rosa canina
• Family: Rosaceae
• Part used: Seedless berries
• Shape: Cut
• Origin: Europe, temperate zones of Asia
• English name: Rosehip (seedless, cut)
• Name in German: Hagebutte ohne Samen geschnitten
• Name in Spanish: Escaramujo sin semillas cortado
• Name in Italian: Cinorrodo senza semi tagliato
• Name in Arabic: ورد بري بدون بذور (Ward barri bidūn bidhūr)

Main virtues

Seedless rosehip is prized for its toning properties, digestive gentleness, and lack of irritants. It is used in facial treatments for a regenerative effect, and as an infusion to support the body during winter or seasonal changes.

Main constituents

Natural vitamin C (variable content), carotenoids, organic acids, flavonoids, mild tannins, pectins and traces of mucilages.

Use and dosage

• Infusion: 1 tablespoon for 250 ml of water, infuse for 10 to 15 minutes covered.
• Decoction: ideal for more concentrated drinks, boil for 10 minutes.
• Cosmetics: homemade floral water base or tonic compress for the complexion.
• Cooking: fruit infusions, chutneys, jellies, or base for homemade tonic vinegar.

Precautions, side effects and contraindications

• Do not use if you are allergic to red fruits or Rosaceae.
• Best consumed within 12 months of opening.
• Store away from humidity to prevent natural fermentation of residual sugar.

History and origin

Seedless rosehip berries, easier to consume, appeared later in popular usage. They are found in country infusions and grandmother's revitalizing preparations. Legend has it that medieval knights carried them in their saddlebags for long winter journeys.

Miscellaneous information

• Packaging: kraft bag or opaque airtight jar.
• Storage: in a cool, dry place, away from light.
• Appearance: Dark red, homogeneous fibrous pieces, without visible seeds or hairs.
• Odor: fruity, woody, slightly acidic.

Sources and references

• Pl@ntUse – https://uses.plantnet-project.org
• European ethnobotanical inventory
• Popular medicinal flora – oral archives
• Traditional herbal medicine books (Rosa spp.)

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