Prairie Rose
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Prairie Rose
rosa arkansana
The Prairie Rose is a beautiful flower that blooms in vibrant pink colors! Kids love to see how its petals open up in the sunlight and attract buzzing bees.
Habitat: Prairie fields and meadows across North America
Appearance
The Prairie Rose has simple, five-petaled flowers, typically bright to pale pink, with a prominent yellow center. Its stems are often covered in sharp thorns, and it grows in a bushy form, creating a visually distinct pop of color in open landscapes.
KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderRosalesFamilyRosaceaeGenusRosa
Category
PlantsRarity
Common
Danger
0/5 · No known danger
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Interesting facts
Bumblebees sometimes take naps right inside its cozy pink flowers!
Its fruit, called rose hips, are packed with more Vitamin C than oranges!
Some birds rely on its thorny branches for safe nesting spots!
This tough plant can regrow quickly even after prairie fires!
Special abilities
Ability
Thorny Protector
Prairie Rose has sharp thorns that help it defend against hungry animals trying to eat its leaves and stems.
Ability
Deep Root Drinker
Prairie Rose can grow deep roots that help it find water far underground, surviving dry prairie conditions.
Ability
Pollinator Beacon
Prairie Rose has bright pink petals and a sweet scent that help it attract busy bees and butterflies to pollinate its flowers.
Measurements & details
- Height
- 30-90 cm
- Spread
- 30-60 cm
- Flower Size
- 3-6 cm
- Bloom Season
- Late spring to mid-summer
- Edible
- Yes
- Toxicity
- None
- Lifecycle
- Perennial
- Pollination Method
- Insect
Ecological connections
pollinates
European honey bee
Apis mellifera
Gathers nectar and pollen from its flowers.
pollinates
Common Eastern Bumblebee
Bombus impatiens
Visits flowers to collect nectar and pollen.
eaten by
Elk
Cervus canadensis
Browses on the tender leaves and stems.
eats
American Robin
Turdus migratorius
Feeds on the vitamin-rich rose hips.
Traits
Solitary
Solitary animals live alone for most of their lives, only interacting with others for mating or parental care.
Colorful
Colorful describes organisms or objects displaying a wide range of bright and distinct colors.
Grassland
Grassland habitats are terrestrial biomes dominated by grasses and herbaceous plants, supporting a variety of grazing animals.
Diurnal
Diurnal animals are primarily active during daylight hours, typically resting or sleeping at night.
Pollinator
Describes organisms that transfer pollen, enabling the fertilization and reproduction of plants.
Also known as
Arkansas RosePrairie Wild Rose
Collections
Safety
Danger
0/5 · No known danger
No special safety notes yet.
Frequently Asked Questions
How tall is Prairie Rose?
30-90 cm
How wide does Prairie Rose spread?
30-60 cm
How big are the flowers on Prairie Rose?
3-6 cm
When does Prairie Rose bloom?
Late spring to mid-summer
Is Prairie Rose edible?
Yes
Is Prairie Rose toxic?
None
What is Prairie Rose's lifecycle?
Perennial
How is Prairie Rose pollinated?
Insect
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