Roses are one of the oldest cultivated flowers. They have been valued for thousands of years for their medicinal and food value. Asian rose species are used in a number of traditional Chinese medicine formulas. The ancient Greeks, Persians and Romans also used roses as medicine.
Rose Petals
In traditional medicine, rose petals are used as a remedy for diarrhea, coughs and colds, sores, nervous tension, lethargy and painful joints. Petals are used to prepare gargles and tonics for colds and mouth sores.
Rose Water
Rosewater was invented by the Persian physician Ibn Sina in the first century C.E. Among its other uses, it is commonly prescribed for eye inflammation and to strengthen the heart.
Rose Oil
Rose oil is also referred to as rose attar or otto. It is used to soothe irritated and chapped skin. It is a part of modern traditional and modern aromatherapy which seeks to relieve nervous tension and depression.
Rose Seeds
Rose seeds are used as an effective diuretic and to cure various urinary tract disorders. Rose hips also have a mildly laxative effect.
Homemade Rose Infusion
It is very easy to benefit from the medicinal properties of roses by preparing an infusion from the buds or hips of the flowers. There is no indication of any toxicity in roses. To prepare an infusion, mix cup rose petals with 1 cup cold water. Pour in a jar, seal tightly and let sit for 2 to 3 days. Shake the bottle once daily. On the third day, strain the petals and add 1 tbsp. vodka. Transfer to a decorative bottle if you like.
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