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Rosa gallica

RoseShrub

Rosa gallica, the Gallic rose, French rose, or rose of Provins, is a species of flowering plant in the rose family, native to southern and central Europe eastwards to Turkey and the Caucasus. Rosa gallica was one of the first species of rose to be cultivated in central Europe. It is a parent of several important cultivars.

FamilyRosaceae
GenusRosa
NativeAsia
LifespanPerennial

History & Culture

History, cultural references, and traditional context for Rosa gallica.

Historical Background

Rosa gallica, the Gallic rose, French rose, or rose of Provins, is a species of flowering plant in the rose family, native to southern and central Europe eastwards to Turkey and the Caucasus. Rosa gallica was one of the first species of rose to be cultivated in central Europe. It is a parent of several important cultivars.

    Cultural Significance

    Timeline: Journey Through Time

    Rose has cultural context that is still being expanded.