Pink Rose
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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
Category
PlantsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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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
Ability
Thorn Defense
Pink Rose has sharp thorns that protect its tender stems and fragrant flowers from hungry animals and pests.
Ability
Scent Signal
Pink Rose can release sweet, alluring fragrances to attract specific insect pollinators, helping ensure its reproduction.
Ability
Hip Power
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
- 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
Ornamental plants are cultivated primarily for their aesthetic appeal, enhancing landscapes and gardens with their attractive foliage, flowers, or form.
Shrub
A shrub is a woody plant smaller than a tree, typically with multiple stems branching from or near the ground.
Summer Blooming
Summer blooming plants produce their flowers during the summer season, often providing vibrant color when many other plants have finished.
Fragrant Flower
Fragrant flowers emit a pleasant aroma, often to attract pollinators or for defense.
Thorny Stem
Pertaining to plants that have stems covered with sharp, pointed projections for defense.
Urban Friendly
This habitat trait indicates species that can coexist with humans in urban and suburban environments, utilizing man-made structures and green spaces.
Also known as
Hybrid Tea RoseTea Rose
Collections
Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Frequently Asked Questions
How tall is Pink Rose?
50-200 cm
How wide does Pink Rose spread?
50-150 cm
How big are the flowers on Pink Rose?
5-15 cm
When does Pink Rose bloom?
Late spring to fall
Is Pink Rose edible?
Yes
Is Pink Rose toxic?
None
What is Pink Rose's lifecycle?
Perennial
How is Pink Rose pollinated?
Insect
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