English to Greek Medical Botany

The Wild Rose
The wild rose (lat: Rosa centifolia) is often called the queen of wild plants and is found from Europe to West Asia to North Africa. In Central Europe, rosa centifolia is one of the most widespread types of roses. A fully grown bush can reach up to five meters in height and in June its gentle pink or white blossoms emitting a fine scent. Late summer its bright red fruit is ripe and know as rosehip. This fruit has valuable ingredients, such as highly concentrated Vitamin C, A, B, E and K as well as fruit acids and trace elements. Its kernel oil is particularly rich in essential fatty acids which activate the skin’s vitality and regeneration.

The water soluble vitamin C supports cell functions, such as structure, detoxification and protection and stimulates the immune system. Vitamin E is an antioxidant with cell renewing abilities and strengthens the connective tissue. Linoleic acid contained in vitamin F fights premature wrinkles.