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Rosa_multiflora_2026-01-11 SW Michigan USA Multiflora Rose, young stem. At this age the stems can be an attractive red on one side, green on the other. They are a vicious invasive species in our area and their curved thorns are like steel hooks. Shot at 2.5x- the stem is about 2 mm in diameter. Geotagged,Multiflora Rose,Rosa multiflora,United States,Winter Click/tap to enlarge

Rosa_multiflora_2026-01-11 SW Michigan USA

Multiflora Rose, young stem. At this age the stems can be an attractive red on one side, green on the other. They are a vicious invasive species in our area and their curved thorns are like steel hooks. Shot at 2.5x- the stem is about 2 mm in diameter.

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The Multiflora Rose

"Rosa multiflora" is a species of rose. It is native to eastern Asia, in China, Japan, and Korea. It should not be confused with "Rosa rugosa", which is also known as "Japanese rose", or with polyantha roses which are garden cultivars derived from hybrids of "R. multiflora".

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Similar species: Rosales
Species identified by Jon Reck
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Uploaded Jan 11, 2026. Captured Jan 11, 2026 07:48 in 9000 Milo Rd, Delton, MI 49046, USA.
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  • NIKON D850
  • f/1.0
  • 1/60s
  • ISO64
Captured in the winter. More winter photos.