Jericho rose or resurrection plant

• Dry size: 8-10cm

Rose of Jericho, (Anastatica hierochuntica & Selaginella lapidophylla), Texas, United States.

The Jericho rose is a plant species in the rose family. It is found in the Chihuahuan Desert in northern Mexico and in the United States in the states of Texas and New Mexico. The rose of Jericho is sometimes called the rose of Jericho, although the rose of Jericho is also a completely different plant species in the Brassicaceae family. The rose of Jericho is sold as a dried leaf sac that magically comes to life when it comes into contact with moisture. As a dried sac, the plant can live for decades without water.

Symbol meaning

In Christianity, Hoodoo and Santeria, the plant is considered a very sacred plant and talisman. The many different names for this magical plant indicate its significance. The Rose of Jericho has been called, among others, the Rose of Jerusalem, the Resurrection Plant and the Rose of Saint Mary. The plant is considered to represent resurrection above all, but it also symbolizes renewal, change, rebirth, birth, wealth, eternity and wholeness. The Rose of Jericho is said to remove negative energies and bring good luck.

Ritual use

According to ancient belief, the rose of Jericho is primarily a midwife's plant. It was brought near the birthing bed during childbirth and was thought to reduce bleeding and complications. In folk medicine, it has been used to treat asthma, diabetes, menstrual cramps, colds, and cramps. The plant (Anastatica hierochuntica) was used to make tea. Another belief is that a woman could speed up labor by sipping cold water that had been passed through the plant.

Note: For external use only. The plants for sale are unique specimens, so their size, color and shape may vary slightly.