Apple Rose (Rosa villosa)

Family: Rosaceae | Edibility: Choice Edible (4/5)

Rosa villosa is a deciduous Shrub growing to 1.8 m (6ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 5. It is in flower from June to August, and the seeds ripen from August to October. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees, flies, Lepidoptera (Moths & Butterflies). The plant is self-fertile.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Fruit, Nuts/Seeds

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

Flavor & Culinary Uses

pleasant acid pulp, the fruit can also be used in preserves, jams etc. — Fruit - raw or cooked.; A pleasant acid pulp, the fruit can also be used in preserves, jams etc.; The fruit is about 30mm in diameter, but there is only a thin layer of flesh surrounding the many seeds.; Rich in vitamin C, there is 1303mg per 100g (fresh weight) of fruit.

Habitat & North American Range

Woods, hedgerows, scrub etc. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)