Pink Rose

Pachliopta kotzebuea

The Pink Rose is a sweet flower that comes in lovely shades of pink. It smells wonderful and is loved by many.

Habitat: Gardens and parks

Appearance

The Pink Rose has soft-hued petals, ranging from delicate blush to vibrant fuchsia, often arranged in classic spiraled layers around a central yellow eye. Its sturdy green stem is typically armed with sharp thorns, protecting its fragrant, cup-shaped blooms.

KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsida

Pink Rose

Interesting facts

Did you know ancient Romans used rose petals as confetti and perfume?

Many types of rose oil, used in perfumes, can cost more than gold!

Rose hips, the fruit of the rose, have more Vitamin C than oranges!

Some roses are so old their fossils date back over 35 million years!

Special abilities

Pink Rose has sharp thorns that protect its tender stems and fragrant flowers from hungry animals and pests.

Pink Rose can release sweet, alluring fragrances to attract specific insect pollinators, helping ensure its reproduction.

Pink Rose can produce nutrient-rich rose hips, packed with Vitamin C, providing food for birds and other wildlife.

Measurements & details

Height: 50-200 cm
Spread: 50-150 cm
Flower Size: 5-15 cm
Bloom Season: Late spring to fall
Is Edible: Yes
Toxicity: None
Lifecycle: Perennial
Pollination Method: Insect

Ecological connections

pollinates

Honey Bee

Apis mellifera

Gathers nectar and pollen from flowers.

eats

White-tailed Deer

Odocoileus virginianus

Browses on rose leaves and young shoots.

eats

House Finch

Carpodacus mexicanus

Consumes nutrient-rich rose hips in winter.

parasitizes

Rose Hip Maggot

Rhagoletis basiola

Larvae develop inside rose hips, damaging seeds.

Traits

Ornamental

These lovely plants are grown simply because they are so beautiful to look at, adding splashes of color and interesting shapes to any garden or landscape.

Shrub

These amazing plants are like nature's bushy sculptures, having woody stems that branch out from the ground to create a lovely, full shape.

Summer Blooming

Enjoy the sunny days with these vibrant plants that show off their stunning flowers all through the warmest months, adding color to the long summer days.

Fragrant Flower

Discover flowers that release delightful scents into the air, enchanting our senses and attracting helpful insects. Take a moment to enjoy their sweet perfume!