Stellenbosch University Botanical Garden, South Africa
Stellenbosch University Botanical Garden, South Africa
Stellenbosch University Botanical Garden, South Africa
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Taxon
Rosa
roxburghii
'Plena'
Common name:
Double chestnut rose
Family:
Rosaceae (Rose)
Distribution:
China
IUCN Red list:
Not evaluated
Comments:
The hips are large and initially green. They turn orange-yellow as they ripen. They resemble miniature chestnuts and are covered with tiny prickles. Hence, the common name, 'Chestnut Rose'.
Links:
Ludwig's Roses
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Locations
1:
Rose garden
• Accession: 2016-425/1 • Provenance: Horticultural
Area
Individual