Table 1.

Important components of three popular used parts of roses for industry or medical applications.

Parts	Chemical compound	Possible industry or medical applications
Petal	terpenes, aroma alcohols, flavonoids, anthocyanin, phenolic acids, polyphenols, aldehydes, ketones, tannins, vitamin C (ascorbic acid), carotenoids, minerals	analgesic, anticonvulsive, hypnotic, cardiovascular, laxative, and antioxidant properties, aromatherapy, perfumery, cosmetics and skincare, teas, natural colorant
Hips	vitamin C (ascorbic acid), carotenoids, flavonoids, polyphenols, tannins, pectin, vitamin E (tocopherol), fatty acids, phytosterols	anti-Inflammatory and antioxidant properties, dietary supplements, cosmetics and skincare, natural coloring
Leaves	flavonoids, phenols, hydroxycinnamic acids, tannins, terpenes, aldehydes, alcohols, vitamin C, fatty acids, minerals.	diuretic properties, natural dyes, mild astringent properties