Introducing the Rosa sericea Winged Thorn Rose, a stunning species of rose that is native to southwestern China, Bhutan, northern India, and Myanmar. This shrub grows to be about 2 meters tall and is often spiny with deciduous leaves featuring 7-11 serrated leaflets. The silky white flowers, with only four petals, are 2.5-5 cm in diameter and bloom from May to June, followed by bright red 8-15 mm in diameter hips that last until August. This rose can flourish in altitudes ranging from 2000-4400 meters and prefers moist soil. Its seed is a good source of vitamin E and can be ground into a powder and added to food as a supplement. The Rosa sericea f. pteracantha boasts vibrant, bright red thorns, which is why it is sometimes grown as an ornamental plant. Grow the Rosa sericea Winged Thorn Rose in your garden today and enjoy its beautiful blooms and benefits.