DESERT ROSE
Adenium obesum
A beautiful, compact, sculptural shrub with a thickened trunk and striking flowers. Desert Rose is very suitable for pots.
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Likes full sun
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Slow grower
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Give little water
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Height 0.5-1.5 meters
SPECIFICATIONS:
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Common name | Desert rose |
| Latin name | Adenium obesum |
| Origin | Africa |
| Height | Up to 1.5 meters |
| Growth habit | Compact |
| Location (take into account) | |
| Light requirements | Full sun |
| Water requirement | Low; tolerates drought well |
| Windproof | Yes |
| Fertilization | Fertilize moderately; ask an employee for advice |
| Maintenance | Prune occasionally to keep it compact |
| Leaves | Fleshy, dark green, glossy leaves |
| Fruits | Elongated, leathery tubes |
| Flowers | Pink/white, pink, white, yellow, red, many colors |
| Attractor of butterflies and birds | Yes |
| Iguana test | Yes |
| Suitable for pot | Yes |
| Toxicity | The milky sap of all parts of the plant can cause skin irritation. If ingested, it can lead to vomiting, diarrhea, a slow heart rate, and in severe cases, even death. Keep the plant out of reach of children and pets. |