Rose of Jericho Plant Care
Anastatica hierochuntica L.
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Anastatica is a monotypic genus of flowering plants in the family Brassicaceae containing the single species Anastatica hierochuntica or the true rose of Jericho. The plant is a small gray annual herb that rarely grows above 15 centimetres (6 in) high, and bears minute white flowers.
Every 14–21 days
Full sun
65–85°F
20–50%
At a glance
How do you care for Rose of Jericho?
Water Rose of Jericho every 14–21 days, letting the top layer of soil dry out between waterings, and give it full sun. It prefers temperatures of 65–85°F (18–29°C) and 20–50% humidity. Fertilize it every 8 months during the growing season.
What Is the Rose of Jericho?
Rose of Jericho (Anastatica hierochuntica) belongs to the Brassicaceae family within the Anastatica genus. Rose of Jericho is also known as Jericho Rose, Resurrection Plant.
Rose of Jericho displays a low, spreading succulent growth habit, reaching up to 0.5 ft tall with a spread of approximately 1 ft. Rose of Jericho produces small white flowers with papery bracts.
Leaf size: approximately 1 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Rose of Jericho?
Anastatica hierochuntica requires watering every 14–21 days. Allow the top layer of soil to dry between waterings to prevent root rot. Reduce watering frequency during winter when growth slows.
Watering Frequency
Every 14–21 days
Let soil partially dry between waterings
What Light Does the Rose of Jericho Need?
Rose of Jericho thrives in full sun.
Light Requirement
Full sun
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Rose of Jericho Prefer?
Anastatica hierochuntica grows best at temperatures of 65–85°F. Rose of Jericho prefers humidity levels of 20–50%.
Temperature
65–85°F
Humidity
20–50%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Rose of Jericho?
Sandy, well-draining soil with low to moderate fertility. Good drainage is essential for Rose of Jericho to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Rose of Jericho?
Feed Rose of Jericho every 8 months during the growing season (spring and summer) with a balanced fertilizer diluted to the strength on the label.
Pause feeding in autumn and winter, when growth slows, and never fertilize dry soil — water first.
Fertilizing
Every 8 months
During the growing season
The PlantoScan app can remind you when to water and when to fertilize each plant.
How Do You Repot a Rose of Jericho?
Repot every 2-3 years in early spring. Choose a pot one size larger than the current container, and ensure it has drainage holes to allow excess water to escape.
How Do You Propagate a Rose of Jericho?
Rose of Jericho can be propagated through seeds.
Is the Rose of Jericho Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Rose of Jericho, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Keep pets from chewing it as a precaution.
This is a general caution, not veterinary or medical advice. If your pet ate a plant, contact your vet or animal poison control.
See all plants toxic to cats and plants toxic to dogs.
What Pests and Diseases Affect the Rose of Jericho?
Rose of Jericho is susceptible to aphids, caterpillars. Inspect the foliage regularly, especially along leaf undersides and stems. Treat infestations promptly with insecticidal soap or neem oil to prevent spread.
Yellow leaves, brown tips or drooping? See common plant problems and how to fix them.
What USDA Hardiness Zone Does the Rose of Jericho Need?
Rose of Jericho grows outdoors in USDA Zone 13b. It survives winters down to planting zone 13b. In cooler regions, grow Rose of Jericho as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 13b
Keep exploring plants
Rose of Jericho is one of many species covered in the complete plant care and identification guide, which groups plants by genus, attribute, and popularity.
It belongs to the Anastatica genus — compare its care with other Anastatica species on PlantoScan.
Anastatica is part of the Brassicaceae plant family — browse all Brassicaceae genera and species.
Rose of Jericho thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
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Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Anastatica hierochuntica L., family Brassicaceae (first published in Sp. Pl. : 641 (1753)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Rose of Jericho, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Checked against the ASPCA plant list; any other toxicity note on this page comes from PlantoScan's plant database.
- Hardiness zone: USDA Zone 13b, calculated from the plant's minimum temperature.
- Care values(watering, light, temperature, humidity, soil, fertilizing): PlantoScan's plant database, filtered by automatic plausibility checks — values that fail them are hidden. How we source and check plant data.
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