Rose of Jericho is not a rose, but a Mexican desert plant with unusual magical properties. It is known as the Resurrection flower because the plant seems to come to life after dying. Water is used to re-hydrate the plant. It has been known to symbolize happiness, abundance, peace, power, protection, and absorbs negative energy. It also is a big attractor of love. Some families consider it a lucky charm and pass it down from generation to generation.