Mineralogical characteristics
Desert rose is the common name for formations of intergrown lenticular crystals in rosettes of the minerals gypsum and barite, with inclusions of desert sands. It is a sedimentary rock that forms in strongly evaporitic environments, rich in sulfate waters, in desert climates around the planet.
Deposits
Algeria, Tunisia, Spain, United States, Mexico and Chile.
Therapeutic properties
Desert rose, because of its relaxing and calming properties, is used to balance environments at home, especially in the bedroom or workplace. It helps in the treatment of anxiety and depression. It calms anger, bringing gentleness and strength.