Flora in Italy - a compilation of the wild flowers that grows in various regions of my country 10. Rosa canina

Rosaceae shrub, can grow up to 5 m, sometimes more when climbing in the crowns of other trees. It has many spiny stems, with curved, small and sharp spines, which help the plant climb, but also have a defensive role. The leaves are pendulous, with 5-7 leaflets, the flowers have 5 pink petals, sometimes darker, sometimes white, small fruit, red-orange, thin pulp and an interior of seeds and beans.

Eglantine is a well-known medicinal plant. It is recommended by alternative medicine for the treatment of colds, flu, infections and gastritis. The syrup is good as a cure for cough relief.

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Fruits are famous for their high vitamin C content and antioxidants.

Fruits can be prepared as paste, marmalade, jelly, syrup, liquor, wine, meat sauces and even soups.

The petals can be added to salads, sandwiches or in food, or can be prepared as an infusion.
The seeds are rich in vitamin E. The rose leaves can replace green tea and coffee. The infusion from these leaves is considered a natural energizer.

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