Rosa inodora

Rosa inoora, commonly known as the fragrant rose, is a versatile medicinal plant celebrated for its therapeutic properties. Rich in antioxidants and essential oils, it is widely utilized in traditional medicine to soothe skin inflammation, reduce stress, and support digestive health, offering a natural approach to holistic wellness and healing.

  • Scientific name: Rosa inodora
  • Family: Rosaceae
  • Native range: Europe

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Rosales and the family Rosaceae, it is classified 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 inodora, is referred to by various names depending on the language and region. In Arabic, it is called ورد عديم الرائحة (ar) or ورد بدون ريحه (arz), both of which highlight its lack of scent. In the Nordic regions, it is known as kainoruusu in Finnish (fi) and Västkustros (växt) in Swedish (sv). Additionally, in the Netherlands, it is commonly called Schijnkraagroos (nl).
Language Common Name Source
ar ورد عديم الرائحة Wikidata
sv Västkustros (växt) Wikidata
arz ورد بدون ريحه Wikidata
fi kainoruusu Wikidata
nl Schijnkraagroos Wikidata
zh 椭圆蔷薇 Wikidata
zh 淡泊蔷薇 Wikidata
de Duftarme Rose Wikidata

Distribution

This plant exhibits a widespread presence across various parts of the European continent. In Northern Europe, its distribution includes the countries of Denmark, Norway, and Sweden. Moving toward the central regions, the species can also be found throughout Middle Europe. Specifically, it is documented to grow within the borders of Austria. Additionally, the plant extends its reach into Belgium, completing its regional range.

Region Area Source
Northern Europe Denmark WCVP
Northern Europe Norway 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
Middle Europe Poland WCVP

Plant Parts

This plant, Rosa inodora, is valued for its various components, particularly its aromatic petals which are often used in traditional remedies and perfumery. Beyond the delicate bloom, the medicinal properties can also be found in the fertilized flowers, which contain the developing seeds and essential compounds necessary for the plant's reproductive cycle and holistic therapeutic profile.
Total parts
2
Scientific sources
2
Plant Part Sources Confidence
petals 1 ★☆☆☆☆
fertilized flowers 1 ★☆☆☆☆