Dumalis Wild Rose (Rosa dumalis)

Family: Rosaceae | Edibility: Edible (2/5)

Rosa dumalis is a deciduous Shrub growing to 2 m (6ft 7in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 4. It is in flower from June to July. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. The plant is self-fertile. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils, prefers well-drained soil and can grow in heavy clay soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Fruit, Nuts/Seeds

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer, Winter

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Fruit - raw or cooked. A good source of vitamin C. The fruit is up to 22mm in diameter, but there is only a thin layer of flesh surrounding the many seeds. — Fruit - raw or cooked.; A good source of vitamin C.; The fruit is up to 22mm in diameter, but there is only a thin layer of flesh surrounding the many seeds.; Some care has to be taken when eating this fruit, see the notes above on known hazards.

Habitat & North American Range

Woods, hedges, scrub etc. Very rare in S. Britain. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)