Citrusrose

Citrusrose is a term used in horticulture and perfumery to describe arrangements that blend citrus characteristics with rose-like qualities. It is typically employed as a trade name or descriptive label rather than a formal taxonomic designation, and its exact meaning can vary by context.

Botanical status: There is no widely recognized species or cultivar officially named “Citrusrose” in major botanical databases. Any plant marketed under this name would require verification of its breeding, parentage, and registration with an appropriate cultivar register. In practice, the term is not a standard scientific name and should be treated as a marketing or fragrance descriptor.

Horticultural use: In ornamental horticulture, “Citrusrose” may appear as a trade name for a shrub or hybrid marketed for a combined citrus-scented foliage or fruit with rose-like blossoms. Such materials are variable and not standardized across producers, and the label may reflect aroma, rather than a specific genetic lineage.

Fragrance use: In perfumery and consumer products, “Citrusrose” commonly denotes a fragrance profile rather than a plant. It typically indicates a blend featuring citrus top notes (such as bergamot, lemon, or orange) balanced by a rose accord. Fragrance compositions may also include fixatives and base notes to extend scent.

Safety and cultivation notes: For fragrance uses, follow standard safety guidelines for essential oils and fragrance ingredients. For horticultural uses, growing requirements depend on the base species; citrus plants generally need warm climates and well-drained soil, while roses require pruning and pest management.

See also: List of citrus cultivars; rose cultivars; fragrance notes.