Her husband, a popular florist, assured their courtyard was washed in the scent of jasmine, spicy carnations and Rosa Damascena, the legendary “Damascus roses” known for producing rose water.

It comes from the Rosa damascena flower, commonly known as the Damask rose, and is created by distilling rose petals with steam. While it’s become more popular in recent years, rose water has ...

A 2024 study examined the anti-depressive effects of Rosa damascena essential oil in rats and found that it helped alleviate depressive-like behavior. A 2017 review of clinical studies also found ...

In Iran’s Qamsar District, artisan Mohsen preserves centuries old rose water distillation amid modern challenges.

Oil-bearing Rosa Damascena thrives best in our country - this is the reason why this product is so expensive, but it is very difficult to cultivate. Because of its low purchasing prices this year ...