Cinnamon Rose (Rosa cinnamomea)

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Cinnamon Rose Plant Care

Rosa cinnamomea (L.1759)

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Rosa majalis is a species of deciduous shrubs in the genus Rosa, native to forests of Europe and Siberia. It grows to 2 m.

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Water

Every 4–7 days

Light

Bright indirect

Temp

60–75°F

Humidity

40–70%

At a glance

How do you care for Cinnamon Rose?

Water Cinnamon Rose every 4–7 days, letting the top layer of soil dry out between waterings, and give it bright indirect light. It prefers temperatures of 60–75°F (16–24°C) and 40–70% humidity. Fertilize it every 4 months during the growing season.

Where Is the Cinnamon Rose Native To?

Native range40 countries

What Is the Cinnamon Rose?

Cinnamon Rose (Rosa cinnamomea) belongs to the Rosaceae family within the Rosa genus. Cinnamon Rose is native to forests of Europe and Siberia.

Cinnamon Rose displays a climbing, vining growth habit, reaching up to 6 ft tall with a spread of approximately 4 ft.

Leaf size: approximately 3 inches.

How Often Should You Water a Cinnamon Rose?

Rosa cinnamomea requires watering every 4–7 days. Allow the top layer of soil to dry between waterings to prevent root rot. Reduce watering frequency during winter when growth slows.

Watering Frequency

Every 4–7 days

Let soil partially dry between waterings

What Light Does the Cinnamon Rose Need?

Cinnamon Rose thrives in bright indirect light. Avoid placing Cinnamon Rose in direct, harsh sunlight for extended periods, as this can scorch the foliage.

Light Requirement

Bright indirect

What Temperature and Humidity Does the Cinnamon Rose Prefer?

Rosa cinnamomea grows best at temperatures of 60–75°F. Cinnamon Rose prefers humidity levels of 40–70%.

Temperature

60–75°F

Humidity

40–70%

What Soil Mix Works Best for a Cinnamon Rose?

Well-draining mix with perlite and peat. Good drainage is essential for Cinnamon Rose to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.

How Often Should You Fertilize a Cinnamon Rose?

Feed Cinnamon Rose every 4 months during the growing season (spring and summer) with a balanced fertilizer diluted to the strength on the label.

Pause feeding in autumn and winter, when growth slows, and never fertilize dry soil — water first.

Fertilizing

Every 4 months

During the growing season

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How Do You Propagate a Cinnamon Rose?

Cinnamon Rose can be propagated through stem cuttings or division. Similar propagation techniques also apply to rose bush plant care, which shares the same genus.

Is the Cinnamon Rose Toxic to Pets and Children?

Pet safety not verified

The ASPCA does not list Cinnamon Rose, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Keep pets from chewing it as a precaution.

This is a general caution, not veterinary or medical advice. If your pet ate a plant, contact your vet or animal poison control.

See all plants toxic to cats and plants toxic to dogs.

What Pests and Diseases Affect the Cinnamon Rose?

Cinnamon Rose is susceptible to mealybugs, spider mites. Inspect the foliage regularly, especially along leaf undersides and stems. Treat infestations promptly with insecticidal soap or neem oil to prevent spread.

Yellow leaves, brown tips or drooping? See common plant problems and how to fix them.

What USDA Hardiness Zone Does the Cinnamon Rose Need?

Cinnamon Rose grows outdoors in USDA Zone 3a – 8b. It survives winters down to planting zone 3a. Cinnamon Rose is native to forests of Europe and Siberia.

Hardiness Zone

Zone 3a – 8b

Keep exploring plants

Cinnamon Rose is one of many species covered in the complete plant care and identification guide, which groups plants by genus, attribute, and popularity.

It belongs to the Rosa genus — compare its care with other Rosa species on PlantoScan.

Rosa is part of the Rosaceae plant family — browse all Rosaceae genera and species.

Cinnamon Rose thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.

More Rosa Species

Other Rosa species in PlantoScan's care catalogue share similar watering, light, and soil preferences:

Sources

  • Scientific name & taxonomy: Rosa cinnamomea (L.1759), family Rosaceae (first published in Systema naturae ; 1759 1062 1759) — World Flora Online record.
  • Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Cinnamon Rose, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Checked against the ASPCA plant list; any other toxicity note on this page comes from PlantoScan's plant database.
  • Photo: AI-generated illustration (labelled on the image).
  • Hardiness zone: USDA Zone 3a – 8b, estimated from the plant's typical growing conditions.
  • Care values(watering, light, temperature, humidity, soil, fertilizing): PlantoScan's plant database, filtered by automatic plausibility checks — values that fail them are hidden. How we source and check plant data.

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