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Corymb Rose

Rosa corymbifera · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (7 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

Corymb Rose, scientifically known as Rosa corymbifera, is a resilient deciduous shrub prized for its striking pink blooms and medicinal properties. Traditionally used in herbalism, it offers soothing qualities for skin ailments and digestive health. This hardy species remains a vital botanical resource in holistic wellness and traditional apothecary practices.

Family
Rosaceae
Native range
Europe
Parts used
Fruit · Seed
Common names
Corymb Rose · Hairy Dog-Rose · 1 more
Scientific synonyms
Rosa Canina F. Sphaeroidea · Rosa Canina Var. Sphaeroidea · 261 more

Names and Synonyms

Common Names

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Rosa corymbifera

Synonyms

Regional and Traditional Names

German:

  • Hecken-Rose
  • Déséglise-Rose
  • Busch-Rose

French:

  • Rosier corymbifere
  • Rosier corymbifère
  • Rosier à fleurs en corymbe
  • Églantier en corymbe

Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. It is further classified under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Rosales, falling into the family Rosaceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Rosa.

Rank Classification
Kingdom Plantae
Phylum Streptophyta
Class Equisetopsida
Subclass Magnoliidae
Order Rosales
Family Rosaceae
Genus Rosa

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution across various parts of Northern Europe. It can be found growing naturally within the borders of Denmark. Additionally, its presence is noted throughout the landscapes of Finland. The species also inhabits the regions of Great Britain and Ireland. Finally, its range extends into the northern territories of Norway.

Region Area
Northern Europe Denmark
Northern Europe Finland
Northern Europe Great Britain
Northern Europe Ireland
Northern Europe Norway
Northern Europe Sweden
Middle Europe Austria
Middle Europe Belgium
Middle Europe Czechia-Slovakia
Middle Europe Germany

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Botanical Identification

Ecology

The ecology of Rosa corymbifera is characterized by its remarkable adaptability to diverse landscapes and successional stages of vegetation. This species thrives in a wide array of environments, ranging from the dense shade of forests and cut-over forests to the high-light conditions found along forest edges and open meadows. It is frequently observed in montane regions, where it colonizes mountain slopes, and it shows a strong affinity for riparian zones near rivers. Additionally, the plant is a common component of shrubberies and can be found encroaching upon disturbed areas such as roadsides, where it utilizes available space to establish itself. This broad ecological plasticity allows it to occupy various niches, transitioning effectively between stabilized woodland habitats and more transient, open ecosystems.

Habitat :
cut-over forest, forest, forest edges, meadows, mountains, rivers, roadsides, shrubberies

Life history

The life history of Rosa corymbifera is characterized by its status as a perennial plant, allowing it to persist through multiple growing seasons and establish a stable presence within its ecosystem. In terms of its growth habit and structural classification, it functions as a phanerophyte, possessing visible above-ground stems that survive the dormant season. Depending on the specific environmental conditions and the degree of stem exposure, its life form can also be categorized as a nanophanerophyte, reflecting its specialized structural adaptation to its habitat.

Life form :
nanophanerophyte
Life form :
phanerophyte
Lifecycle :
perennial

Morphology

The morphology of Rosa corymbifera is characterized by a woody growth form, manifesting as a combination of a shrub and a subshrub. As a terrestrial plant, it is an independent species that does not function as a parasite or an epiphyte. The plant is self-supporting rather than being an obligatory or facultative climber. In terms of stature, it typically reaches a height ranging from a minimum of 1 meter to a maximum of 2 meters, with an average plant height of approximately 1.625 meters.

Aquatic :
terrestrial
Climber :
self-supporting
Epiphyte :
terrestrial
Growth form :
shrub
Growth form :
subshrub
Parasite :
independent
Plant height max:
2 m
Plant height mean:
1.625 m
Plant height min:
1 m
Woodiness :
woody

Physiology

The physiology of Rosa corymbifera is characterized by a metabolic framework consistent with the C3 photosynthetic pathway, where carbon fixation occurs primarily through the Calvin cycle facilitated by the enzyme RuBisCO. This pathway involves the direct fixation of atmospheric carbon dioxide into three-carbon organic compounds within the mesophyll cells, a process typical of most temperate woody perennials. The plant's physiological efficiency is closely tied to its ability to manage transpiration and gas exchange through stomatal regulation, which is essential for maintaining water potential in its specialized tissues. Furthermore, its metabolic processes support the biosynthesis of various secondary metabolites and structural components required for its growth and resilience in diverse environmental conditions.

Photosynthetic pathway :
C3

Reproduction

The reproduction of Rosa corymbifera is characterized by a specific seasonal flowering cycle and diverse biological mechanisms for pollination and seed dispersal. The flowering period typically commences in June and concludes in July. During this time, the plant utilizes a biotic pollination syndrome, specifically relying on insects to facilitate the transfer of pollen. While the plant is capable of self-fertilization, its reproductive success is heavily integrated with animal interactions. Once seeds are developed, they exhibit a wide range of mass, with a minimum of 0.01461 g, a mean of 0.192302 g, and a maximum of 0.8816 g. The dispersal of these seeds follows a zoochorous syndrome, specifically through endozoochory, meaning the seeds are dispersed after being ingested by animals, ensuring their movement to new locations.

Dispersal syndrome :
zoochorous
Dispersal syndrome :
endozoochorous
Flowering time :
Jun
Flowering time :
Jul
Pollination syndrome :
insect
Pollination syndrome :
biotic
Seed mass max:
0.8816 g
Seed mass mean:
0.192302 g
Seed mass min:
0.01461 g
Self fertilization :
present

Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)

Plant Parts

Rosa corymbifera has 2 reported plant parts identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include fruit, seed.

Plant parts reported in Rosa corymbifera
Plant part Supporting sources Consensus
Fruit 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Seed 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Fruit

  1. Erwerbs-Obstbau

Seed

  1. Erwerbs-Obstbau

Chemicals

Rosa corymbifera has 4 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include vitamin C, Antioxidant, Tocopherols, VITAMIN E.

Chemicals reported in Rosa corymbifera
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
vitamin C 2 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Antioxidant 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Tocopherols 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
VITAMIN E 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

vitamin C

  1. Frontiers in pharmacology
  2. Erwerbs-Obstbau

Antioxidant

  1. Erwerbs-Obstbau

Tocopherols

  1. Erwerbs-Obstbau

VITAMIN E

  1. Erwerbs-Obstbau