Maximowicz’s rose

Rosa maximowicziana

Rosa maximowicziana is a plant native to East Asia, particularly in China and Japan. While traditionally used plants of the Rosa genus are known for their medicinal properties, no specific traditional uses have been recorded for Rosa maximowicziana. Scientific studies focusing on this species are limited; one study provided insights into its chloroplast genome structure and gene content, revealing typical quadripartite circular structures with 113 unique genes, but did not establish any health-related effects. Another study highlighted genetic differentiation among Rosa species in the Sino-Japanese region, noting shared and unique haplotypes within Rosa maximowicziana. The third study found that three Rosa sect. Synstylae species had nearly identical chloroplast genomes with lost infA genes, though this finding does not directly relate to health benefits or risks. No major safety issues have been recorded for this plant, nor are there any known drug interactions associated with it.

At a glance
Best evidence
D
Cautions

Informational only. Traditional use does not mean proven effectiveness. Evidence and safety vary — check the cited sources.

What the science says

  • The study provided the complete chloroplast genome sequence of Rubus irritans, revealing its structure and gene content without establishing health effects. D PMID
  • The study assembled the complete chloroplast genomes of two genotypes of Rosa wichuraiana, revealing typical quadripartite circular structures with similar gene compositions. D PMID
  • The study found that chloroplast haplotypes within Rosa maximowicziana showed differentiation along geographic gradients, with shared and unique haplotypes among species in the Sino-Japanese region. D PMID
  • The study found that three Rosa sect. Synstylae species had nearly identical chloroplast genomes with lost infA genes. D PMID

Frequently asked questions

What is Maximowicz’s rose?

Maximowicz’s rose (Rosa maximowicziana) is a plant documented in FolkKB's traditional-medicine reference, drawn from sourced literature and cross-checked against the evidence.

What does the scientific evidence say about Maximowicz’s rose?

4 sourced findings are recorded for Maximowicz’s rose; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: The study provided the complete chloroplast genome sequence of Rubus irritans, revealing its structure and gene content without establishing health effects.

How strong is the evidence for Maximowicz’s rose?

The strongest finding for Maximowicz’s rose carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).

Is Maximowicz’s rose safe? What are the side effects?

No major safety issues are recorded for Maximowicz’s rose in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.

Does Maximowicz’s rose interact with medications?

No drug interactions are recorded for Maximowicz’s rose in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.

What are the common names of Maximowicz’s rose?

Maximowicz’s rose is also known as: Шиповник Максимовича.

Is Maximowicz’s rose a proven treatment?

No. FolkKB is informational only. Traditional use and early findings are not proof of efficacy or safety — consult a qualified professional and never self-treat.

Sources

  1. T2 Comparative Analysis of the Complete Chloroplast Genome Sequences of Three Closely Related East-Asian Wild Roses (Rosa sect. Synstylae; Rosaceae). literature abstract metadata
  2. T2 The complete chloroplast genome sequence of a rambler rose, Rosa wichuraiana (Rosaceae). literature abstract metadata
  3. T2 The complete chloroplast genome sequence of Rubus irritans Focke 1910 (Rosaceae). literature abstract metadata
  4. T2 Chloroplast genome and haplotype relationships unravel the genetic introgression and complex evolutionary history of East Asian Rosa section Synstylae roses (Rosaceae). literature abstract metadata