The Rose of Jericho is a miraculous desert plant with the power to revive itself. In its dry form, it resembles a tumbleweed, but when placed in water it unfurls into a lush, green, fern-like botanical—earning it the names Resurrection Fern and Plant of Jonas.
Because of its ability to return to life, the Rose of Jericho is prized in folk magic and witchcraft for prosperity, blessings, and renewal. It is especially popular in shops and businesses for drawing steady money and good fortune. A traditional working involves placing five pennies in a shallow dish, filling it with water on a Friday, and setting the plant on top. The water that gathers can then be added to floor washes, door scrubs, or sprinkled at entrances to invite prosperity into the home or business.