Rose (Rosa)
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Rose Genus Details
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Roses are originally native to Asia with a few species originally from North America. All roses have alternate, pinnately compound leaves and most species have thorns. Petals are often used as a garnish in salads. Roses are familiar cut flowers in many bouquets and arrangements. The pulpy fruits or "hips" are high in Vitamin C and used in medicines as well as jellies. In herbal medicine, red rose petals are used for their mild astringency and tonic value.
Rose Allergy Info
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This genus is not commonly cited as a source of allergy. Some people may mistake a sensitivity to the rose scent as an allergy problem. However, rose pollen rarely causes allergies, except to individuals who may have daily contact with the flowers.
Rose Pollen Description
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No pollen description is currently available.
Species in This Genus
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Allergenicity Legend:
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Moderate Allergen |
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Allergy Test Available
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Rose (Rosa) is a genus of the ROSACEAE family.
This genus includes the following allergenic species:
This genus includes the following allergenic species: