Healing Properties of Roses

For centuries, roses have been treasured for their beauty, fragrance, and healing properties. Rose gardens were a common sight in the courtyards of monasteries, where monks grew these magnificent flowers for their medicinal and therapeutic properties. In this blog post, we’ll explore the healing qualities of roses and how monks used them in their medicinal gardens.

Today, not everyone can have a rose garden, but despair not, the roses grown at COSMAFOLIA are fragrant garden roses, heritage roses – our flower deliveries are meant to do just that – healing! We use no pesticides, no salt based fertilizers, so that you can enjoy your blooms to the fullest – to look at, smell, drink as tea or use as a poultice,  

Rose petals are packed with natural antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals that are beneficial to our health. They contain high levels of vitamin C, which helps to boost the immune system and fight off infections. The petals also contain polyphenols, which have anti-inflammatory properties and can help to reduce inflammation in the body.

One of the most popular uses of rose petals is in the treatment of skin conditions. The petals are rich in natural oils that moisturize and soothe the skin, making them a popular ingredient in cosmetics and skincare products. Rosewater, a byproduct of the distillation of rose petals, is a popular ingredient in toners and facial mists due to its hydrating and calming properties.

Rose petals are also used in the treatment of digestive disorders. The petals contain tannins, which have astringent properties that help to reduce inflammation and irritation in the digestive tract. The tannins also help to regulate bowel movements and alleviate symptoms of diarrhea and constipation.

Monks in medieval times were well aware of the healing qualities of roses, and they cultivated medicinal gardens filled with different varieties of roses. These gardens were used to treat a wide range of ailments, from skin conditions to digestive disorders and respiratory infections.

One of the most famous examples of a medicinal rose garden is the garden at the Abbey of St. Hildegard in Germany. St. Hildegard was a Benedictine nun who was renowned for her knowledge of herbal medicine, and she used roses extensively in her treatments. She believed that roses had a powerful effect on the mind and body and that they could help to alleviate symptoms of anxiety and depression.

In the garden at the Abbey of St. Hildegard, there were over 100 different varieties of roses, each with their own unique healing properties. The monks would use the petals, leaves, and even the roots of the roses to make tinctures, teas, and poultices for their patients.

Today, the healing qualities of roses are still being studied and explored. While modern medicine has made great strides in treating many illnesses and conditions, natural remedies like roses still have an important role to play in maintaining our health and wellbeing. So the next time you see a rose garden in bloom, take a moment to appreciate not just its beauty, but also its healing properties.