Also known as Baby Rose · Bramble Rose · Eijitsu Rose
Multiflora rose (Rosa multiflora) is an aggressive, thorny shrub known for its invasive tendencies and abundant clusters of small, white flowers.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun
100% intensity
Prefers at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily.
Moderate
50% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Adaptable
50% intensity
Adaptable
50% intensity
Hardy in USDA zones 4-9; tolerates a wide range of temperatures.
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed in early spring with a balanced fertilizer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water multiflora rose regularly, especially during dry periods, ensuring the soil remains consistently moist but not waterlogged. Deep watering is preferable to shallow, frequent watering.
Reduce watering frequency in cooler months or when the plant is dormant.
Prune multiflora rose in late winter or early spring before new growth begins. Remove dead, damaged, or crossing branches to improve air circulation and plant health.
For shaping and size control, prune after flowering in late spring or early summer.
Multiflora rose can be propagated by softwood cuttings taken in late spring or early summer, or by hardwood cuttings taken in late autumn. Seed propagation is also possible but can be variable.
Layering is another effective method for this vigorous shrub.
Repotting is generally not necessary for established multiflora rose plants in the ground. If grown in containers, repot every 2-3 years in early spring before active growth starts, using a larger pot with fresh, well-draining potting mix.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Multiflora Rose (Rosa multiflora)
Where Multiflora Rose (Rosa multiflora) is found
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8 known issues from plant disease data
Crown Gall on Rose forms rough, swollen galls near the crown or roots, slowing growth and leaving the plant weak and stunted.
Rose Mosaic Disease on Rose causes yellow line patterns or mottling on leaves, reducing vigor and giving plants an uneven look.
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Rosales |
| Family | Rosaceae |
| Genus | Rosa |
| Species | Rosa multiflora |
Similar in genus Rosa
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