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Prickly Wild Rose

Rosa acicularis

The Prickly Wild Rose is a beautiful shrub with lovely pink flowers. It has sharp thorns that help protect it from animals. This plant is often found in nature and is loved by many butterflies and bees!

Habitat: Grasslands

Appearance

The Prickly Wild Rose has vibrant pink to rose-purple, sometimes white, five-petaled flowers that contrast beautifully with its densely prickly stems. Its dark green, compound leaves later give way to bright red, fleshy rose hips in autumn, making it distinct.

KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderRosalesFamilyRosaceaeGenusRosa
Prickly Wild Rose
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Prickly Wild Rose

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Plants

Rarity

Common

Danger

2/5 · Low

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Interesting facts

Indigenous peoples historically used its hips to make tasty teas and nutritious jellies.

Its hips contain more Vitamin C than an orange, supercharging winter snacks!

The name 'acicularis' means 'needle-like,' a perfect fit for its super sharp prickles!

This tough rose is the official floral emblem of Alberta, Canada, thriving in cold lands!

Special abilities

Ability

Thorned Protector

The Prickly Wild Rose has sharp, needle-like prickles that help it defend against hungry herbivores, keeping its tender leaves safe.

Ability

Vitamin-Rich Larder

Prickly Wild Rose grows bright red hips packed with Vitamin C, providing vital winter food for animals and aiding seed dispersal.

Ability

Cold Conqueror

This rose can thrive in very cold climates, using its hardy root system to survive harsh winters.

Measurements & details

Height
100-300 cm
Spread
100-200 cm
Flower Size
3-5 cm
Bloom Season
Late spring to early summer
Edible
Yes
Toxicity
None
Lifecycle
Perennial
Pollination Method
Insect

Ecological connections

Traits

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Safety

Danger

2/5 · Low

Be careful of the thorns when you get close to this plant!

Frequently Asked Questions

How tall is Prickly Wild Rose?

100-300 cm

How wide does Prickly Wild Rose spread?

100-200 cm

How big are the flowers on Prickly Wild Rose?

3-5 cm

When does Prickly Wild Rose bloom?

Late spring to early summer

Is Prickly Wild Rose edible?

Yes

Is Prickly Wild Rose toxic?

None

What is Prickly Wild Rose's lifecycle?

Perennial

How is Prickly Wild Rose pollinated?

Insect

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