Rosa rubiginosa

Rosa rubiginosa, commonly known as the rusty rose, is a resilient, thorny shrub native to South America. Valued for its vibrant blooms and nutrient-rich hips, this medicinal plant is traditionally used to boost immunity, support digestive health, and provide antioxidant benefits, making it a staple in natural herbal remedies.

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

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, specifically classified under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Rosales and the family Rosaceae, it is identified by 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

Distribution

This plant, Rosa rubiginosa, is found across several regions within Northern Europe. Its distribution includes the coastal and inland areas of Denmark. It is also widely documented throughout Great Britain and Ireland. Furthermore, the species can be located within the northern territories of Norway. Finally, its presence extends through the landscapes of Sweden.

Region Area Source
Northern Europe Denmark WCVP
Northern Europe Great Britain WCVP
Northern Europe Ireland 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

Chemicals

Rosa rubiginosa has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Polyphenols, ascorbate, carotenoid.

Total chemicals
3
Scientific sources
3

Most Reported Compounds

Compound Sources Confidence
Polyphenols 1 ★☆☆☆☆
ascorbate 1 ★☆☆☆☆
carotenoid 1 ★☆☆☆☆