The desert rose crystal is formed when selenite and barite mix together in arid, sandy conditions. The desert rose's connection […]
Desert Rose
Name: Desert Rose
Mineral Category and Species: Evaporite mineral, a variety of Gypsum (Selenite) or Barite
Structure: Monoclinic (Gypsum) or Orthorhombic (Barite), forms in rosette-like clusters
Chemical Composition:
- Gypsum Desert Rose: CaSO₄·2H₂O
- Barite Desert Rose: BaSO₄
Color: Light brown, beige, tan, reddish-brown, white
Optical Properties: Translucent to opaque, silky or pearly luster
Hardness: 1.5 – 2 (Gypsum) or 3 – 3.5 (Barite)
Types of Desert Rose: Gypsum Desert Rose, Barite Desert Rose
Main Localities: Sahara Desert, Mexico, United States, Spain, Australia
Planet & Zodiac:
- Planet: Moon
- Zodiac: Taurus, Scorpio
Uses:
- Decorative and ornamental
- Energy cleansing
- Metaphysical practices
Healing Properties:
- Help mental clarity
- Help release fears and stress
- Enhances meditation
- Support detoxification and energy balance
- Root Chakra and Sacral Chakra
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