Family: Rosaceae
Other common names: rambler rose and baby rose
![Multiflora Rose](/images/stations/woods/plants/Multiflora-Rose-.jpg)
Background
Multiflora rose was introduced into the eastern United States in 1866. It is native to eastern Japan, China, and Korea. It was introduced into the U.S. to act as a “living fence” for farmers to use to keep their cattle maintained and also to help in erosion control.