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 | ★☆☆☆☆ |