Latin Name/ Rosa Damascena.
The origin of the Damask rose (Rosa damascena) is believed to be in the Middle East, specifically in the region of Anatolia, which is now part of Turkey.
It is also suggested that the hybrid first arose in Anatolia several millennia ago, and it has been cultivated since antiquity.
Some evidence indicates that the origin of rose water is Iran, while the origin of its fragrant oil and extracts is Greece.
The first Damask roses are thought to have arrived in Europe at the time of the Crusades.