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UK Banksia RoseAlso known as: Lady Banks's Rose, Banksian Rose

Shrub Icon Cultivated Flower    
Image of Banksia Rose
Rosa banksiae
Family: Rosaceae

Flower Properties

Property Value
English Name Banksia Rose
Also Known As Lady Banks's Rose, Banksian Rose
Scientific Name Rosa banksiae
MainColor White
PlantType Shrub Icon Shrub
Distribution Cultivated Flower Cultivated
Season Found May (Apr - Jun)
ImageUrl Rosa-034
Photographer DP
Location Found Regent's Park
Country Found UK
Last Updated 11 September 2026
Photo Quality A

Flower Details

Description

Rosa Banksiae is a vigorous climbing rose with thornless stems and small, glossy leaves. It produces clusters of small, double flowers in white or pale yellow, typically in early spring. This species is known for its strong, sweet fragrance.

Distribution

Native to central and western China, it has been widely cultivated in gardens around the world, especially in warmer climates.

Medicinal/Other Uses

— No significant medicinal uses.

Edibility

Inedible - primarily grown for ornamental purposes and not suitable for consumption.

Human Toxicity
Non_Toxic

Non Toxic - generally considered safe for humans and does not pose any known health risks.

Pet Toxicity Pet Toxicity

Non Toxic - safe for pets, including cats and dogs, with no known toxic effects.

Active Compounds

None known.

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