What are Blue Dragon Roses?
“Blue dragon roses” do not exist within the botanical classification of the genus Rosa or the family Rosaceae, which includes traditional roses. The term “blue dragon rose” can be misleading, as it does not refer to a real botanical species. Instead, it appears in fictional or fantastical contexts, such as in the fictional world described on World Anvil, where “dragon roses” or “Chromaticum” are not part of the Rosaceae family and are depicted as having magical properties and various color variations, including blue. These are not real plants and do not have a scientific classification.
Can Roses be Blue?
In the context of real roses, blue roses do not occur naturally due to genetic limitations. However, scientists have used genetic engineering to create roses with a blue pigment. For instance, in 2002, researchers from Florigene and Suntory created a rose containing the blue pigment delphinidin through genetic modification, but the resulting color was more lavender or pale mauve rather than a true blue.
Availability and Cultivation of Blue Roses
Since “blue dragon roses” are not real botanical entities, there are no specific cultivation instructions, soil requirements, or climate conditions for them. For genetically engineered blue roses (which are not the same as “blue dragon roses”), cultivation is limited to controlled environments and research settings. These roses are not widely available for public cultivation and require specialized care and conditions.
Market Data for Blue Roses
There is no market data for “blue dragon roses” because they do not exist as a real product. For genetically engineered blue roses, as of the last available data, these were being grown in test batches and sold in limited quantities. For example, Suntory sold 10,000 “Applause blue roses” in Japan in 2010, priced between 2,000 to 3,000 Yen (approximately $22 to $35 USD per stem).
In conclusion, “blue dragon roses” are not real and do not exist in the botanical world. While scientists have been able to create blue-colored roses through genetic engineering, these are not the same as the fictional “blue dragon roses” and are not widely available for public cultivation or purchase.
Reference:
1. Wikipedia – Blue Rose
2. World Anvil – Dragon Rose Species
3. Wikipedia – Rosa
4. Suntory – Applause Blue Rose
