Rose hips are usually orange to red in color. They are round in shape. In some species dark purple and even black fruits are found. The red ones of them look like small tomatoes. The wild grown rose hip fruits contain more vitamins than the cultivated ones.

Rose hips are mainly found in parts of Asia, Europe, and Africa. Nowadays rose hips are cultivated almost all over the world, creating the suitable conditions for its cultivation.

Rose hips contain vitamin C in a large amount, 40% more than oranges also. Rose hips also contain vitamin B-complex in high quantity, and even vitamin A and C, calcium, and iron. Researchers found hints of potassium, silicon, sulfur, and magnesium in rose hip fruits.