rugosa rose
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of rugosa rose
1890–95; < New Latin, Latin rūgōsa, feminine of rūgōsus wrinkled; see rugose
Example Sentences
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A David Austin introduction with a rugosa rose heritage, ‘Roseraie de l’Hay’ flowers prolifically all season.
From Seattle Times • Feb. 17, 2024
On the other hand, harvesting rooted shoots from a suckering woody shrub, like twig dogwood, lilac, rugosa rose or raspberries, yields almost instant results and a new plant.
From Seattle Times • Mar. 12, 2022
Look for it when the rugosa rose blooms in spring: The bumblebee can be seen rolling in the pollen-rich blossom like a puppy that’s just been fed.
From Washington Post
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