Categories: Rosaceae

Sherard’s downy rose (Rosa sherardii, Welsh Botanol. 1: 49 (1813))

Family: Rosaceae

Author: Davies

Bibliography: Welsh Botanol. 1: 49 (1813)

Year: 1813

Status: accepted

Rank: species

Genus: Rosa

Vegetable: False

Observations: Europe

Description

Sherard’s downy rose, scientifically identified as Rosa sherardii, is a captivating species belonging to the Rosaceae family. Named by the botanist Davies in the early 19th century, it was first described in “Welsh Botanol.” in 1813.

Rosa sherardii is indigenous to Europe and thrives amidst the continent’s diverse climates and terrains. This perennial plant is particularly notable for its delicate and downy texture, which gives the rose its common name. It features softly haired leaves and stems, providing a gentle, almost velvety touch.

The blooms of Sherard’s downy rose are a sight to behold, characterized by their subtle yet striking beauty. The flowers typically exhibit a charming pink hue, occasionally graced with delicate shades of white and blush. These roses bloom generously, creating an enchanting floral display that is both vibrant and soothing to the observer.

One of the key attributes of Rosa sherardii is its adaptability to various environmental conditions across Europe. It is often found adorning meadows, woodlands, and hedgerows, where it contributes to the natural tapestry of these ecosystems. Its presence supports local biodiversity by offering essential resources to various pollinators, including bees and butterflies.

The downy rose’s foliage, which is fine-textured and covered with soft, glandular hairs, is another distinguishing characteristic. This downy quality not only adds to its aesthetic appeal but also plays a role in its resilience and ability to cope with different climatic challenges.

In the realm of horticulture, Sherard’s downy rose is treasured for its historical significance and its contribution to Europe’s floral heritage. Gardeners and botanists alike value this species for its robustness and the timeless beauty it brings to cultivated landscapes.

Overall, Sherard’s downy rose, with its endearing softness and abundant blossoms, stands as a symbol of natural elegance and enduring charm across the European landscape.

Common Names

Dan: kortstilket filt-rose
Deu: samt-rose, sherards rose, samt-rose
Eng: sherard’s downy rose, sherard’s downy-rose
Nob: brusknype
Nno: brusknype
Swe: luddros, okaruusu, filtros
Fin: okaruusu
Lav: šerarda roze
Nld: berijpte viltroos
Cym: rhosyn sherard, rhosynau sherard
En: Sherard’s downy rose, Sherard’s Downy-rose
Da: Kortstilket filt-rose
Nl: Berijpte viltroos, Bedauwde Viltroos
Fi: Okaruusu
Fr: Églantier de Sherard, Rosier de Sherard
De: Samt-Rose, Sherards Rose, Samt-Rose, Sammet-Rose, Sherards Rose
It: Rosa di Sherard
Lv: Šerarda roze
Nb: Brusknype
Nn: Brusknype
Sv: Luddros, Okaruusu, Filtros
Cy: Rhosyn Sherard, Rhosynau Sherard

Synonyms

Rosa tomentosa subvar. umbelliflora ((Scheutz) R.Keller)
Rosa sherardii var. resinosoides ((Crép.) Herring)
Rosa sherardii f. neoburgensis (Herring)
Rosa tomentosa subsp. omissa ((Déségl.) P.Parm.)
Rosa sherardii var. eminens ((Hesl.-Harr.) Wolley-Dod)
Rosa pomifera subsp. omissa ((Déségl.) Schwertschl.)
Rosa tomentosa var. alba (Lange)
Rosa sherardii var. pseudofarinosa ((R.Keller) Popek)
Rosa sherardii f. sacra ((Gelert) Herring)
Rosa cuspidatoides var. erioclada (Boullu)
Rosa omissa var. gallicoides ((M.Schulze) R.Keller)
Rosa omissa f. gillotii ((Déségl. & Lucand) Boullu)
Rosa omissa var. lutzei (Sagorski ex R.Keller)
Rosa villosa var. submollis ((Wolley-Dod) Hesl.-Harr.)
Rosa umbelliflora subsp. sudetica (Heinr.Braun)
Rosa aculeatior (Lindstr.)
Rosa tomentosa f. danica (Frid.)
Rosa strengnensis (Lindstr.)
Rosa sherardii var. venusta (Herring)
Rosa villosa subsp. omissa ((Déségl.) K.Bertsch & F.Bertsch.)
Rosa tomentosa var. tunoniensis ((Déségl.) Rouy & E.G.Camus)
Rosa tomentosa subsp. sherardii ((Davies) A.Pedersen)
Rosa omissa var. submollis (Wolley-Dod)
Rosa villosa subsp. sherardii ((Davies) Hesl.-Harr.)
Rosa omissa (Déségl.)
Rosa omissa var. typica (R.Keller)
Rosa tomentosa sacra (Gelert)
Rosa tomentosa var. littoralis ((Corb.) Rouy & E.G.Camus)
Rosa resinosoides f. heteracantha (Gillot)
Rosa villosa var. uncinata ((Lees) Hesl.-Harr.)
Rosa villosa f. resinosoides ((Crép.) Hesl.-Harr.)
Rosa omissa f. albiflora (G.Gaillard ex R.Keller)
Rosa littoralis (Corb.)
Rosa tomentosa f. gallicoides (M.Schulze)
Rosa omissa var. misniensis (R.Keller)
Rosa omissa var. gillotii ((Déségl. & Lucand) Boullu)
Rosa umbelliflora var. cuspidatoides ((Crép.) Heinr.Braun)
Rosa omissa var. schulzei (R.Keller)
Rosa tomentosa var. omissa ((Déségl.) Scheutz)
Rosa sherardii f. albida (Herring)
Rosa cuspidatoides var. aberrans (Scheutz)
Rosa sherardii var. aciculifera (Herring)
Rosa sherardii var. typica (Wolley-Dod)
Rosa sherardii f. umbelliflora ((Scheutz) Popek)
Rosa sherardii var. enneaphylla (Herring)
Rosa tomentosa var. uncinata (Lees)
Rosa sherardii var. omissa ((Déségl.) Wolley-Dod)
Rosa tomentosa f. calvissima (R.Keller)
Rosa sherardii var. danica ((Frid.) Herring)
Rosa tomentosa var. umbelliflora ((Scheutz) Matsson)
Rosa uncinata (Ley)
Rosa cuspidatoides var. minor (Scheutz)
Rosa sherardii f. resinosoides ((Crép.) Wolley-Dod)
Rosa cuspidatoides var. elatior (Scheutz)
Rosa omissa f. danica ((Frid.) E.W.Christ.)
Rosa omissa var. geisingensis ((J.B.Keller & Wiesb.) R.Keller)
Rosa omissa subvar. gillotii ((Déségl. & Lucand) R.Keller)
Rosa omissa f. megalacantha (R.Keller)
Rosa mollissima subsp. resinoides ((Crép.) Nyman)
Rosa omissa var. collivaga ((Cottet ex Crép.) R.Keller)
Rosa pseudocuspidata var. karstiana (Borbás)
Rosa tunoniensis (Déségl.)
Rosa umbelliflora var. minor (Scheutz)
Rosa umbelliflora var. elatior (Scheutz)
Rosa sherardii f. uncinata ((Lees) Wolley-Dod)
Rosa resinosoides var. leiocarpa (Boullu)
Rosa tomentosa var. seringeana ((Godr.) Dumort.)
Rosa tomentosa var. cuspidatoides ((Crép.) R.Keller)
Rosa omissa var. stenophylla (R.Keller)
Rosa tomentosa var. pseudofarinosa (R.Keller)
Rosa omissa subvar. tunoniensis ((Déségl.) R.Keller)
Rosa seringeana var. karstiana ((Borbás) Borbás)
Rosa resinosoides (Crép.)
Rosa omissa f. viadrae (E.Schenk)
Rosa gillotii (Déségl. & Lucand)
Rosa villosa var. eminens ((Hesl.-Harr.) Hesl.-Harr.)
Rosa oskolensis (Buzunova & Grigorj.)
Rosa umbelliflora (Scheutz)
Rosa tomentosa var. gillotii ((Déségl. & Lucand) Rouy & E.G.Camus)
Rosa mollissima f. geisingensis (J.B.Keller & Wiesb.)
Rosa omissa var. resinosoides ((Crép.) R.Keller)
Rosa umbelliflora var. aberrans (Scheutz)
Rosa sherardii var. collivaga ((Cottet ex Crép.) Boulenger)
Rosa sherardii f. calvissima ((R.Keller) Popek)
Rosa sherardii f. alba ((Lange) Herring)
Rosa submollis (Ley)
Rosa villosa var. omissa ((Déségl.) Hesl.-Harr.)
Rosa collivaga (Cottet ex Crép.)
Rosa seringeana (Godr.)
Rosa sherardii var. umbelliflora ((Scheutz) Herring)