Rosa × involuta

Rosa × involuta, commonly known as the involute rose, is a resilient, spreading shrub valued for its hardiness and ornamental beauty. Beyond its striking pink blooms, this species holds traditional medicinal significance, often utilized in herbal practices for its soothing properties, making it a fascinating blend of aesthetics and ethnobotany.

  • Scientific name: Rosa × involuta
  • 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

Distribution

This plant, known as Rosa × involuta, exhibits a specific geographical presence within the northern regions of the continent. Its natural distribution is primarily concentrated in parts of Northern Europe. Specifically, it can be found growing in the landscapes of Great Britain. Additionally, the species extends its range into the territory of Ireland. Consequently, its documented occurrence is limited to these particular northwestern areas.

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