Summer damask rose is a popular flowering plant with a sweet fragrance that blooms during the summer season. It is also known by different names and synonyms, such as Rosa x damascena var. semperflorens, Four Seasons rose, and perpetual rose. The summer damask rose is a hybrid species that is thought to have originated from the Middle East and has been cultivated for thousands of years. It has been used in the making of cosmetics, perfumes, and skincare products. The flower is also used in cooking, especially in dishes where its unique flavor complements other ingredients. Some other synonyms for summer damask rose include Portland rose, Bourbon rose, and hybrid perpetual rose.