Rosa moschata
Rosa moschatta, commonly known as rosehip, is a powerhouse of natural wellness derived from the fruit of wild rose bushes. Renowned for its exceptional concentration of Vitamin C and essential fatty acids, it serves as a potent antioxidant, promoting skin rejuvenation, supporting immune function, and reducing systemic inflammation.
- Scientific name: Rosa moschata
- 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 specifically 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 moschata, is recognized by various common names across different languages and cultures. In Russian, it is referred to as Шиповник мускусный, while in Azerbaijani, it is called Müşk itburnusu. Its Swedish name is Myskros, and in Persian, it is known as رز ماسک, whereas in Arabic, it is identified as ورد مسكي.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| ru | Шиповник мускусный | Wikidata |
| az | Müşk itburnusu | Wikidata |
| sv | Myskros | Wikidata |
| fa | رز ماسک | Wikidata |
| ar | ورد مسكي | Wikidata |
| pnb | مشکی گلاب | Wikidata |
| ne | कस्तुरी गुलाब | Wikidata |
| as | সেউতী ফুল | Wikidata |
| hr | Mošusna ruža | Wikidata |
| pl | Róża piżmowa | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical distribution spanning across several distinct regions. In Southwestern Europe, it can be found growing in Spain. Its presence extends into Southeastern Europe, specifically within the borders of Bulgaria. The species is also well-established in Southeastern Europe through Italy and the island of Sicilia. Finally, its range reaches into Northern Africa, where it is located in Algeria.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Southwestern Europe | Spain | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Bulgaria | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Italy | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Sicilia | WCVP |
| Northern Africa | Algeria | WCVP |
| Northern Africa | Morocco | WCVP |
| Northern Africa | Tunisia | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Afghanistan | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Iran | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, commonly known as rose hip, is highly valued in herbal medicine for its diverse therapeutic properties found in its various components. The most prominent part used is the fruits, which are rich in vitamins and antioxidants. Specifically, the fleshy fruit serves as a potent source of nutrients that support skin health and immune function. Furthermore, many preparations involve a water extract derived from these parts, providing a gentle yet effective way to consume the plant's beneficial compounds in liquid form.- Total parts
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| water extract | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| fruits | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| fruit | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Rosa moschata has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include ascorbic acid, flavonoids.
- Total chemicals
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| ascorbic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flavonoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |