Pink Rose Petals
Botanical Name - Rosa canina Other Names - witches' briar, briar rose, dog rose Origin - India Flavor Profile - Dried rose petals add more visual appeal than flavor. Tea companions include lavender, chamomile and rosehips. Culinary Usages - Use in herbal tea blends. The flowers may also be used in baked goods Cosmetic Usages - Infuse in alcohol and glycerin to make traditional rose water. Rosa canina contains vitamin C and other antioxidantsw and was included among food crops commonly grown in residential “victory gardens” to supplement the public food supply during World War II. Then, like now, the petals were used to make teas, syrups, elixirs and various cosmetic preparations. Decorative Usages - Add to potpourri mixtures and other herbal displays. Disclaimer - While we work to ensure that product information is correct, on occasion manufacturers may alter their ingredient lists. Actual product packaging and materials may contain more and/or different information than that shown on