| No | 55A |
| Common Name: | Dog-rose (Rose Hips) |
| Scientific Name: | Rosa canina |
| Irish Name: | Feirdhris |
| Family: | Rose |
| Habitat: | Hedgerows |
| Uses: | Rose hips are a very good source of Vitamin C and also Vitamins A, D and E. However, if eaten raw there may be mild nausea, vomiting, stomach ache and diarrhoea. A small glass of milk or water should be given to drink if hips are swallowed. |
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