Damask Rose

Latin Name: Rosa x damascena

Parts Used: Petals, essential oil, rosewater, hips

Elemental Connection: Earth

Planetary Ruler: Venus

Energetics: Cooling, moistening, heart-opening, toning

Traditional Uses: Skin soothing, emotional healing, heart tonics, sensual enhancement

Zodiac Connection: Taurus

The Damask Rose blooms with sensual elegance, wrapping the senses in fragrance and softness. Like Taurus, she reminds us to slow down and savor. Rooted and receptive, she speaks the language of touch, beauty, and stillness. Her presence is steady and lush, offering both protection and deep pleasure.

Damask Roses’ Wisdom for Taurus

Damask Rose teaches Taurus how to balance strength with tenderness. She awakens the heart without urgency, inviting trust and inner worth. Through her, Taurus learns to release resistance and receive—whether it’s love, abundance, or simply the sweetness of now.

Plant Ritual

Add a few Damask Rose petals to a warm bath or anoint your wrists with rose oil. Let the scent open your heart and calm your mind. Place your hands over your chest and whisper: “I receive with grace. I am worthy of beauty and love.” This ritual is ideal under the Full Moon when Taurus energy is ripe for release and sensual embodiment.

Recipe/Creative Uses:

Damask Rose & Honey Beauty Elixir

Journal Prompt

What beauty within me is ready to be seen, softened, or shared?

Let Damask Rose guide you to a place where tenderness is power and receiving is sacred. Write without rushing. Let your words bloom.