Rose Bud Petels
Also known as- Rosa spp (centifolia, gallica, and damascena are the most common varieties), Provence Rose, French Rose, Cabbage Rose, Red Rose, and Pink Rose.
Introduction
The rose has been valued for its beauty and its perfume for thousands of years. Because rose oil deteriorates rapidly with exposure to sun and wind, the content is highest on the first morning when the flower opens. Rose petals picked for distillation are picked manually, day by day, at or just before sunrise.
Constituents
The distinctive scent of the rose derived from acyclic monoterpene alcohols, geraniol (up to 75%), citronellol (20%) and nerol (20%), and long-chain hydrocarbons like nonadecane or heneicosane (up to 10%). An important trace component of rose oil is beta-damascenone. Even though this chemical makes up only 0.01% of the weight of the rose, its presence or absence determines the appeal of the rose.
Parts Used
Petals, Buds, and the true essential oil/attar.
Typical Preparations
Rose oil, rose water, ointments, and potpourri. Uses are very numerous and can be administered as a tea, poultice, bath herb, pillow mix, body spray, etc.
Summary
The American Botanical Council reports that rose petals have sedative, antiseptic, antiparasitic, anti-inflammatory, laxative, cholesterol-lowering, and heart-supportive properties. An ointment called "Rosalin" was tested against several microorganisms with positive results, particularly the treatment of acute radiodermatitis and radionecrosis. It also showed benefits for cancer patients receiving radiation therapy. Psychological studies indicate that rose oil can induce "sweeter dreams" and increase concentration and rate of work capacity.
Benefits of Rose Buds:
- Relieve Menstrual Cramps
- Skin and Hair Benefits
- Boost the Immune System
- Improves Digestion and Relieves Constipation
- Reduces Stress and Anxiety
- Relieves Symptoms of Urinary Tract Infection
- Promotes Weight Loss
- Relieves a Sore Throat
How to make rosebud tea:
You can make rose bud tea from either fresh petals or dried ones.
- When using dried rose petals, you can place one to two teaspoon of the petals in a cup of warm water. Allow the tea to steep for about two to three minutes before drinking
- When you make use of fresh rose petals, you can make use of two cups of fresh rose petals. You have to make sure that the white section on the base of the petal is removed because this has a bitter taste.
- Combine the rose petals with three cups of water. Heat the mixture and let the mixture simmer for about five minutes before straining.
- You can add in honey or a little sugar to sweeten your tea. You can also drink the tea plain.
Precautions
Specific: No known precautions.
General: We recommend that you consult with a
qualified healthcare practitioner before using herbal products,
particularly if you are pregnant, nursing, or on any medications.