Moyesii Wild Rose (Rosa moyesii)

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

Rosa moyesii is a deciduous Shrub growing to 4 m (13ft) by 3 m (9ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 5. It is in flower in June, and the seeds ripen from August to October. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees. 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

rich in vitamin C, having 1058 - 1130mg per 100g, it can be used as a health supplement. — Fruit - raw or cooked in pies, jams etc.; The fruit can also be dried and ground into a flour then used in pancakes etc.; The fruit is very rich in vitamin C, having 1058 - 1130mg per 100g, it can be used as a health supplement.; The bottle-shaped fruit is up to 6cm long, but there is only a thin layer of flesh surrounding the many seeds.

Habitat & North American Range

Mountain thickets, 2000 - 4000 metres. On slopes or in scrub at elevations of 2700 - 3800 metres in Sichuan and Yunnan Provinces. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)