Rose, Japanese (Rosa rugosa)
Parts used: hips
Medicinal uses: The hips are high in vitamin C, B, E, and K (Kowalchik 427).
Additional uses: Flowers are used to make a sweet smelling potpourri in Japan and China.
Cautions: None stated
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