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Rosa arvensis ?Alternative name:
Field rose
May rose
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rosa_arvensis

July: The Field Rose finishes blooming, fruit formation begins.

Fruits are safe. Used in folk medicine to boost immunity. Applied in cosmetics and aromatherapy.
Shrub with thorny stems and white flowers. Fruits bright red, ripen in late summer.
Grows in forests and shrublands, often at forest edges and open areas Fruits ripen in late summer to early autumn
Best harvested after first frosts — fruits become softer and sweeter. Harvest carefully due to thorns.
Fruits are rich in vitamin C, better dried in shade or made into decoctions. Seeds inside contain fine hairs — remove before consumption. Needs deseeding and cooking.
Fruit: Red, fleshy, sweet-sour
Flowers: Used in tinctures and aromatherapy
Rosehip Decoction (Infusion and boiling)
Rich in vitamin C, boosts immunity
1. Pour boiling water over dried fruits (1:10 ratio).
2. Infuse for 2 hours or boil for 15 minutes.
3. Strain and drink warm.
Rosehip Jam (Boiling)
Sweet and aromatic
1. Clean fruits from hairs and seeds.
2. Boil with sugar on low heat for 40 minutes.
3. Pour into sterilized jars.
Rosehip Flower Tincture (Infusion)
Aromatic and tonic
1. Pour flowers with alcohol or vodka.
2. Infuse for 2 weeks in a dark place.
3. Strain and use in drops.
Dried Rosehip Tea (Brewing)
Nutritious and tasty drink
1. Pour 1 tbsp dried fruits with 200 ml boiling water.
2. Infuse for 10 minutes, strain.
3. Add honey if desired.