The Rose of Jericho plant, also known as the resurrection plant, is a  amazing species. Known for its ability to come back to life after years of dormancy, this tumbleweed is shrouded in magical history and traditions. 
Followers of Hoodoo use Rose of Jericho in conjuring spells and to improve one’s prosperity. The water that the plant sits in is believed to contain powerful magic.
Santeria associates the plant with the Orisha Shango, the spirit of thunder and lightning. The plant is placed on his altar as an offering. Rose of Jericho is also said to bring happiness to those who bless themselves with the plant.
 The true plant, Anastatica hierochuntica, is found in northern Africa and southwest Asia. When dry, this round gray plant shrivels itself into a small ball, keeping its seeds safe from the elements. As long as its roots remain intact and in the ground, this plant will open and turn green when it gets wet.