As different sources quoted each other, a number of errors crept into the story, leading to the birth of rumors about black roses that supposedly only grew in Turkey.

As of now, there is no proof of the existence of natural black roses in Turkey or anywhere else in the world. Although there are some species that resemble black roses, such as the deep red Black Magic Roses or Baccara Roses.

According to an article in the Daily Sabah newspaper, black roses have been mentioned but they are not entirely black as seen online. They are a combination of red and black and are commonly known as Karagül in Turkish. These flowers are quite expensive due to their unique scent and are considered a valuable item in the business world. However, in 2017, the Hurriyet Daily News reported that Karagül has become a rare flower and is difficult to find in the wild due to changing ecological dynamics. As a result, people have resorted to growing them in greenhouses. While the buds of these flowers appear dark black, the red color gradually becomes more prominent as the flower grows larger.