Are Roses Monocots or Dicots? (EXPLAINED)

by Joey Bruno

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Question: Are roses considered monocots or dicots?

Quick Answer: Taxonomists classify roses as dicots.

Why are Roses Considered a Dicot?

Roses fit many of the criteria that distinguish dicots. Chiefly among them, they have two embryonic leafs house within their seeds. Other characteristics that define roses as dicots are woody stems, their number of flower petals being divisible by five, and a tap root system.

Dicots Similar to Roses

Marigold
Snap Dragon
Crane’s Bill
Sunflower
Begonia

Joey Bruno

Hey, I’m Joey. I’ve been cooking since I was a little kid and love everything about it. You can find my writing about food, kitchen appliances (such as blenders) and much more. Thanks for stopping by!