Rose

Rosa

Family: Rosaceae

Pet & Human Safety

People: Not researchedPets: Not on the ASPCA lists as we read them

Hazardous parts

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Preparation

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Hazard type

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Hazard route

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How complete this information is

We have not researched the safety of this plant yet.

Toxic to pets

No ASPCA entry found.

ASPCA lists roses (Rosa species) as non-toxic to dogs, cats and horses: the genus poses no poisoning risk to any of the three. The plant's thorns are a separate, purely mechanical hazard (scratches, puncture wounds) that applies to any animal or person handling the plant, not a toxicity finding.

PlotAndPetal cannot tell you whether a plant you found can be eaten. Only someone who can see the plant can identify it.

Poison control

If someone has collapsed, cannot be woken, is having a seizure or has trouble breathing, call 911 now. For any other possible poisoning, call Poison Help: 1-800-222-1222.

Emergency number source: U.S. federal law (47 U.S.C. § 251(e)(3)), read 2026-10-07.

Naturalist Lore

Historical Background & Breeding Lore

The history of this plant and its name, and how it was bred, where we have them.

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Care

Hardiness zones: Not checked yet
Mature size: Varies widely by type: miniature roses grow 8 to 24 inches tall (UF/IFAS), hybrid teas typically reach 4 to 6 feet and floribundas 3 to 4 feet, and climbing roses can exceed 50 feet (Clemson HGIC).

Soil & Drainage

Pruning & Flush Rhythm

Feeding Schedule

How to prepare the soil, when and what to feed, and how and when to prune where that applies.

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