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Rosa ×polliniana

Rosa × polliniana · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (4 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

Rosa × polliniana, scientifically known as Rosa × polliniana, is a remarkable hybrid rose valued for its exquisite blooms and aromatic properties. Beyond its ornamental beauty, this botanical marvel holds therapeutic potential, often utilized in traditional practices for its calming essence and skin-soothing qualities, blending elegance with natural medicinal benefits.

Family
Rosaceae
Native range
Europe
Parts used
Not available
Common names
Not available
Scientific synonyms
Rosa Gallica Var. Subinermis · Rosa × Geminata Var. Fourraei · 63 more

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Rosa × polliniana

Synonyms

Regional and Traditional Names

Spanish:

  • Rosa polliniana
  • Rosa ×polliniana

German:

  • Rosa ×polliniana
  • Pollins Rose

French:

  • Rosa polliniana
  • Rosa ×polliniana
  • Rosier de Pollin

Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, placing it within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is further classified under the order Rosales and the family Rosaceae. Finally, its taxonomic identity is defined by its membership in the genus Rosa.

Rank Classification
Kingdom Plantae
Phylum Streptophyta
Class Equisetopsida
Subclass Magnoliidae
Order Rosales
Family Rosaceae
Genus Rosa

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant exhibits a specific geographical range primarily centered within the European continent. In Middle Europe, its presence is documented across the territories of Germany and Hungary. The distribution also extends to the mountainous regions of Switzerland within the same central zone. Moving toward the southeast, the species can be found inhabiting the Northwestern Balkan Peninsula. Consequently, its habitat spans from central European landscapes to the rugged terrain of Southeastern Europe.

Region Area
Middle Europe Germany
Middle Europe Hungary
Middle Europe Switzerland
Southeastern Europe NW. Balkan Pen.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Botanical Identification

Physiology

The physiology of Rosa × polliniana is characterized by a metabolic framework centered on the C3 photosynthetic pathway, a process where carbon dioxide is fixed directly into a three-carbon compound through the enzyme RuBisCO during the Calvin cycle. This pathway dictates the plant's water-use efficiency and gas exchange strategies, as it relies on the simultaneous opening of stomata for CO2 uptake and the subsequent transpiration of water vapor. The metabolic efficiency of this C3 system is highly dependent on environmental variables such as light intensity, ambient temperature, and moisture availability, which influence the rate of carboxylation versus photorespiration. Consequently, the plant's energy production and biomass accumulation are tightly regulated by its ability to manage the trade-off between maximizing photosynthetic carbon gain and minimizing transpirational water loss within its specific ecological niche.

Photosynthetic pathway :
C3

Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)

Chemicals

Rosa × polliniana has 4 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include ANTHOCYANIN, Carotenoid, ascorbic acid, pigment.

Chemicals reported in Rosa × polliniana
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
ANTHOCYANIN 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Carotenoid 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
ascorbic acid 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
pigment 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

ANTHOCYANIN

  1. Journal of AOAC International

Carotenoid

  1. Journal of AOAC International

ascorbic acid

  1. Journal of AOAC International

pigment

  1. Journal of AOAC International