My Gallica Roses Gallica roses feature prominently in my collection. They are among the most ancient of all roses, native to Europe, and extremely fragrant. Also referred to as the Rose of Provins, from it descend many varieties. Rosa gallica officinalis, the Apothecary Rose, 13th century Rosa gallica versicolor, Rosa Mundi, 16th century Tuscany, the Old Velvet Rose, ancient Charles de Mills, 1840 Tricolore de Flandres, 1846 Next Rose > > > < < < Roses Menu Copyright © 2006 by Web Lizard. All Rights Reserved.