Selaginella lepidophylla ‘Rose of Jericho’ – Resurrection Plant
Resurrection Plant
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Supplied boxed and ready to gift, each resurrection plant measures approximately 10–15 cm when dry and can be revived again and again with the right care. A brilliant gift for plant lovers, children, classrooms, offices or anyone drawn to unusual plants, botanical curiosities and nature’s little surprises.
Selaginella lepidophylla, often known as the Rose of Jericho, resurrection plant or dinosaur plant, is native to desert regions of North America. It is famous for surviving long dry periods by curling up into dormancy, then opening again when watered. Simply place it in a shallow dish, add a little water to the base and watch it begin to open within hours.
Please note: this is the resurrection plant Selaginella lepidophylla, often sold as Rose of Jericho. It is not the rarer biblical “true” Rose of Jericho.
Why you’ll love it
- Amazing transformation that begins within hours of adding water
- No soil required for display
- A brilliant gift, stocking filler or talking point for the home or office
- Perfect for desks, shelves and windowsills
- Can be dried out and revived again and again
- An unusual botanical curiosity for plant lovers of all ages
How to revive your resurrection plant
- Place the plant in a shallow bowl or dish, ideally with pebbles beneath it
- Add a small amount of water so it reaches the base only and do not fully submerge
- Rainwater or distilled water is best if available
- You should see it begin to unfurl within hours, with fuller opening over 1–3 days
Care tips
- Light: Bright, indirect light
- Important: Do not keep constantly wet
- Enjoy it open for a few days, then allow it to dry out completely before reviving again
- Refresh the water regularly and rinse the bowl between uses
- Avoid cold draughts and direct heat from radiators
This plant is not meant to stay in water all the time. Regular dry periods are essential. If any fronds turn dark or soft, it has usually been left wet for too long, so allow it to dry fully before the next revival.
FAQs
Is it really a rose?
No. It is a desert spikemoss that curls up when dry and opens again with moisture.
Do I need soil?
No. No soil is needed for display. A shallow bowl or dish works perfectly.
How fast will it open?
You will usually notice movement within hours, with fuller opening over 1–3 days.
Can I keep it in water all the time?
No. It needs regular dry periods between revivals to stay in the best condition.
Is it pet safe?
It is generally considered non-toxic, but we would still recommend keeping it out of reach of curious pets and children.
UK delivery & what you’ll receive
Your boxed Rose of Jericho resurrection plant is carefully packed for safe UK delivery from our Edinburgh shop.
Each plant is supplied dry and dormant and will naturally vary in size and shape, typically measuring around 10–15 cm across when curled.
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Standard UK Delivery
Tracked delivery within 1–3 working days to most UK postcodes (excl. Northern Ireland).
Orders under £15 – £6.95
Orders £15–£34.99 – £4.95
Orders £35–£49.99 – £3.95
Orders £50+ – FREE
Local Hand Delivery (Edinburgh)
£7.95 flat rate. Monday–Friday delivery to EH1–EH22, EH28 and EH29. Select your delivery date at checkout. Required for large plants, terrariums and fragile items.
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Free collection within 1 hour from our St Vincent Street shop (EH3 6SH).
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Selaginella lepidophylla ‘Rose of Jericho’ – Resurrection Plant
Resurrection Plant
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