Rosa agrestis
Rosa agrestis, commonly known as the wild thorny rose, is a resilient medicinal plant celebrated for its therapeutic properties. Renowned for its high antioxidant content, it is frequently used in traditional remedies to support immune function, soothe inflammation, and promote skin health through its potent, natural botanical compounds.
- Scientific name: Rosa agrestis
- Family: Rosaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, specifically classified within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is further organized under the order Rosales and the family Rosaceae. Ultimately, the medicinal species is categorized under the genus Rosa.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Rosales | WCVP |
| Family | Rosaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Rosa | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Rosa agrestis, is referred to by various common names depending on the linguistic and regional context. In Poland, it is called Róża polna, while in Hvar, it is known as Rólna róža. Swedish speakers call it Åkerros, and in Arabic, it is identified as ورد مرجي. Additionally, in Welsh, the plant is referred to as Drysïen bêr fanddail.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| pl | Róża polna | Wikidata |
| hsb | Rólna róža | Wikidata |
| sv | Åkerros | Wikidata |
| ar | ورد مرجي | Wikidata |
| cy | Drysïen bêr fanddail | Wikidata |
| ca | roser agrest | Wikidata |
| cs | růže polní | Wikidata |
| arz | ورد اجريستيس | Wikidata |
| sl | poljski šipek | Wikidata |
| pl | Rosa arvensis | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific distribution pattern across several parts of the European continent. In Northern Europe, its presence is recorded in Denmark, Great Britain, and Ireland. The species also extends its range further north into Sweden. Additionally, it can be found within the central regions of Middle Europe, specifically in Austria. These locations collectively define the known geographical reach of Rosa agrestis.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Denmark | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Ireland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Sweden | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Austria | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Belgium | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Hungary | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Netherlands | WCVP |
Chemicals
Rosa agrestis has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Astragalin.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Astragalin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Rosa agrestis has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Rosa agrestis has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include acute lung injury.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| acute lung injury | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |