A delicate garnish: Rosa centifolia
In the Language of Flowers, the red rose symbolizes beauty, purity and, of course, love and romance. To the tea sommelier, soap maker and perfumer, the rose is a flavorful and potent antioxidant ingredient in a wide variety of culinary and cosmetic creations.
Whole red rose buds also lend texture and color interest to teas and natural products for hair and skin. A sampling of possibilities: tea blends, soaps, potpourri, sachets and dream pillows, infused oils, perfumes, and the perfect touch to a frosted cake.
| origin: Pakistan
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| active compounds: Monoterpenes, glycosides, flavonoids, anthocyanins, vitamin C.
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| plant part used: flowers
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| processing: whole
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| storage tips |
Store away from direct light, moisture and heat in a container with a tight-fitting lid. |
| appearance & aroma |
Whole red rose buds with a sweet, floral scent. |
| flavor profile |
Mild flavor with floral notes. Use with other fragrant, edible flowers. . |
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| cosmetic |
Use whole red rose buds to make infused oils, rose water facial toner, soaps, lotions and other skin and hair formulations. |
| decorative |
Display whole red rose buds in a decorative dish, preserve in oil in a mason jar, use in potpourri mixes, attach to floral wreaths. |
| culinary |
Add to herbal tea blends (tisanes), use to decorate baked goods, add to salads and puddings. |
| safety |
No known safety concerns apart from the rare occurrence of allergic reaction to the flower’s fragrance or contact dermatitis. |
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