E. Asia
"To a lesser degree, this species offers some food and cover to deer, and small birds and mammals." [1]
"Traditionally used for its beautification qualities... The ripe fruits (hips) this plant produces are high in vitamin C, and can be made into teas, jams and jellies." [1]
"... rugosa rose’s value as an erosion control type plant has recently expanded to include sand dune stabilization. Its ability to withstand salt spray makes it a good choice to plant on sand dunes and roadsides. With its thorny stems, this shrub can be strategically established at locations to direct pedestrians between the sand dunes." [1]
[1] Dickerson, J. and Miller, C. (2002). RUGOSA ROSE Rosa rugosa. USDA NCRS Plant Fact Sheet. https://plants.usda.gov/factsheet/pdf/fs_roru.pdf
