Damask rose is one of the ornamental and commercial plant that is part of the rose family.
Damask rose is known as a symbol of Love and affection all over the world.
Damask Rose shrub was brought in Kashan's foothills in Achaemenid era, Homayoun Sanati and his spouse took it from Qamsar to Kerman، and was planted on Shah Koh mountain in Lalezar region. Then, for the sake of suitable climate, became decorative in that region.
The alluring fragrance of Damask Rose adorns the spring season.
The fragrance of Damask Rose mixed with the history and culture of Iran, is harvested in May by special traditions in different regions, and celebrating, dancing and following the principles of harvesting.
Damask Rose is consumed in various forms, including rosewater, petals, buds and essence.
Dried Damask Rose and petals have food and midecinal utilizations.
Dried Damask Rose consumption: with tea, decorating sweets, Halva, veriety desserts.
The most important regions under cultivating Damask Rose are including Fars, Isfahan, Markazi, Kerman, Semnan, and East Azerbaijan provinces.