Family: Rosaceae
climbing prairie rose, Illinois rose
[Rosa setigera var. tomentosa Torr. & A.Gray]
Etymology: Rosa: ancient Latin name whose meaning has been lost
Plants: erect, perennial shrub
Flowers: pink, 5-parted
Conservation Status: Introduced - locally established
Plants: erect, perennial shrub
Flowers: pink, 5-parted
Conservation Status: Introduced - locally established
Floristic Rating: Wetland Indicator = FACU+ USDA Plants Database: Federal Distribution and detailed information including photos Dan Tenaglia's The Missouri Flora: Fabulous photographs; detailed descriptions; color and leave arrangement key. Illinois Wildflowers: Wonderful photographs; detailed descriptions; color and leaf arrangement key