Dried Rosa roxburghii fruit

Dried Rosa roxburghii fruit

　　Rosa roxburghii is native to southwestern China, with Guizhou producing the most and the best quality. It is one of the wild specialty products in the suburbs of Pingba County. Its fruit is commonly called “Rosa roxburghii” because its skin is covered with fine fleshy spines and tastes somewhat like pears. The fruit has thick, juicy flesh and is rich in nutrients, making it one of the favorite fruits of the people in Guizhou. It is packed with a variety of nutrients, including vitamins, amino acids, organic acids, and trace elements. Among these, it is especially rich in vitamin C, earning it the title “King of Vitamin C.” The flesh is crisp, and when ripe, it emits a strong, fragrant aroma. The fruit is loaded with vitamin C — fresh edible portions typically contain about 2,000 mg of vitamin C per 100 grams, along with 500–1,000 mg of tannins, 1–2 grams of acid, and around 4 grams of total sugars. Research has shown that Rosa roxburghii has effective anti-cancer properties. Additionally, it offers significant therapeutic benefits for lead poisoning, cardiovascular diseases, gastroenteritis, and iron-deficiency anemia. A variety of remarkably effective products have been developed using this plant resource. In short, Guizhou’s Rosa roxburghii is truly a treasure.