Don’t let its looks fool you. Yes, quite beautiful a specimen. It is well known for its ‘substance,’ which means that its petals are pretty thick. Although they are known for also being rather difficult to maintain and are somewhat tempermental and they only bloom for a very short time. At this website about roses, they describe another benefit of this ‘substance’…
Roses that have it (substance) are quite high in beta carotene and fiber content. Eating them keeps you regular. But stay away from ‘Pristine.’ It can give you gas.
Fascinating…
man..i had the farts all day today! Don’t remember being anywhere near any pristine roses…or have i?
well done on the research! but did you also know that when a pristine rose is picked, it will die? isn’t that fascinating?
well, beauty is in the eye of the beholder…
I believe that all flowers die when picked.
hey nathon. yeah…i used to be super-interested in clandestine work. i grew out of it. =)
lol dokko! life would be much easier if everyone were as straightforward as you!