Rosaceae

rose

Rosa L.

Indigenous Names: An-ga-si-un-giv Cii=pi Muwici=pi

Habitat: Prairies, ravine, and stream banks; Grows in a wide range of habitats; plains to sub-alpine zones; Northwest territory, Canada to Colorado and Utah

Seasonality: Not given

Status: Native

Traditional Food Use

Ute

Rose hips used for food. The seed is removed and the fruit boiled until soft.

Ceremonial & Cultural Notes

Ute

Found and gathered in the mountains.132

Botanical Reference

Parts Documented: Rose Hips

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