The differences between the real Rose of Jericho oil and the oil of the false Rose of Jericho

Jericho Rose is a plant that has been used for various purposes for centuries. However, there are two types of plants commonly known as the “Rose of Jericho” – the true Rose of Jericho, or Anastatic hierochuntica, and the false Rose of Jericho, or Selaginella lepidophylla. While both plants are used to produce oil, there are significant differences between the two.

The true Rose of Jericho is a small plant that grows in the desert regions of the Middle East and North Africa. It has been used for medicinal and spiritual purposes for centuries and is especially valued for its oil. The oil of the true Rose of Jericho is extracted from the seeds of the plant and is known for its moisturizing and anti-aging properties. It is also believed to have a soothing effect on the skin and helps reduce inflammation.

In addition to its cosmetic benefits, the oil of the true Rose of Jericho is also used in aromatherapy. Its sweet, floral scent is said to promote relaxation and reduce stress. Some people also use the oil for spiritual purposes, believing it can help open the heart chakra and increase feelings of love and compassion.

On the other hand, the false Rose of Jericho, or Selaginella lepidophylla, is not a true Rose at all. It is a type of desert plant commonly known as the “resurrection plant” because it can survive long periods of time without water, and then revive when water is added. The false Rose of Jericho is not used for its oil, but for its ability to come back to life after being dormant for long periods of time.

However, there is a type of oil that is sometimes referred to as the “poisonous oil” of the false lily of Jericho. This oil is not actually made from the plant, but from a synthetic compound designed to mimic the scent of the real Rose of Jericho. The poisonous oil of the false Rose of Jericho is often used in perfumes and other cosmetics, but it has none of the medicinal or spiritual properties of the true Rose of Jericho oil.

In terms of their spiritual significance, the true Rose of Jericho is highly regarded in many spiritual traditions. The plant is believed to have protective and healing properties, and is often used in rituals to ward off evil spirits or promote healing. True Rose of Jericho oil is believed to help connect the user with the divine and promote feelings of love and compassion.

The false Rose of Jericho, however, does not have the same spiritual meaning. While the plant is sometimes used in ceremonies and rituals, it is most valued for its ability to survive harsh desert conditions. The poisonous oil of the false Rose of Jericho has no spiritual properties and is simply used as a fragrance in cosmetics.

In conclusion, while the true and false survivors of Jericho serve different purposes, they are quite different from each other. The true Rose of Jericho is highly valued for its medicinal and spiritual properties, and its oil is valued for its anti-aging and moisturizing benefits. The false Rose of Jericho, although able to survive in harsh desert conditions, is not used for its oil, and the “oil of poisons” sometimes associated with it has no medicinal or spiritual properties.

Warning

False Rose of Jericho, Selaginella lepidophylla

as a member of the spikemoss family, Selaginella lepidophylla may be toxic to cats, so it’s best to play it safe and keep your Rose of Jericho out of reach of your furry friends—or choose a different plant like the Real Rose of Jericho anastatica- hierochuntica

On the left you can see the false Rose of Jericho