The Adenium, commonly known as the Desert Rose, is a fascinating and beautiful plant. 
 
 
Scientific Name: Adenium obesum
Family: Apocynaceae (dogbane family)
Origin: Native to Africa and the Arabian Peninsula.
Appearance:
It's a succulent shrub or small tree.
It features a distinctive swollen base (caudex) that stores water.
It produces beautiful, trumpet-shaped flowers in various colors, including pink, red, and white.
Leaves are typically glossy and clustered at the branch tips.
Key Features and Growing Information:
Caudex:
The swollen caudex is its most recognizable feature.
It acts as a water reservoir, enabling the plant to survive in arid conditions.
Flowers:
Desert roses produce striking, showy flowers.
Flower colors and forms can vary significantly due to hybridization.
Growing Conditions:
Sunlight: They thrive in full sun.
Soil: They require well-draining soil, as they are susceptible to root rot.
Watering: Water sparingly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.
Temperature: They prefer warm temperatures and are not frost-tolerant.
Toxicity:
All parts of the Adenium obesum plant are poisonous. It's important to keep them away from children and pets.
Uses:
Popular as an ornamental plant, especially in containers.
Often used in bonsai cultivation.
Important Considerations:
Drainage: Proper drainage is crucial to prevent root rot.
Overwatering: Avoid overwatering, as it's a common cause of death for desert roses.
Frost: Protect them from frost, as they are not cold-hardy.
 
 
* Picture and information intended only as a guide. Size and colours of plants will vary, not any 1 plant is exactly the same and minor variations will occur.
 
** All plants will be posted bare rooted.
 
*** Due to this species being grown from seed specific varieties cannot be accurately identified and named. An assortment of varieties are available and will be sent at random.