🌺 Succulent Adenium obesum ‘Desert Rose’ – Exotic Blooming Beauty 🌺
Botanical Name: Adenium obesum
Common Names: Desert Rose, Mock Azalea, Sabi Star
✨ Product Description
Bring the magic of the desert into your home with the Desert Rose 🌸—a striking succulent prized for its thick, sculptural caudex trunk and showy, trumpet-shaped blooms in shades of pink, red, or white. Native to Africa and the Arabian Peninsula, this slow-growing plant is as resilient as it is beautiful, thriving in sunny, dry conditions.
Its bonsai-like form makes it a favorite for collectors, and when in bloom, it’s a true showstopper! Perfect for bright indoor spots or warm outdoor patios.
⚠️ Note: All parts of the plant are toxic if ingested. Keep away from pets and children.
📏 Plant Details
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Pot Size: 4" nursery pot
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Mature Size: 1–3 ft tall indoors; larger outdoors
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Bloom Time: Spring & summer, with multiple flushes in warm climates
🌱 Growing Zones
☀️ Light & Water
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Light: Full sun for at least 6 hours/day ☀️
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Water: Water deeply but infrequently—allow soil to dry completely between waterings 💧
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Soil: Well-draining cactus/succulent mix
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Temperature: Prefers 65–95°F; protect from frost ❄️
🌿 Care Tips
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Repot every 2–3 years to refresh soil and allow for caudex growth
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Reduce watering in winter when plant is dormant
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Use a balanced, diluted fertilizer during active growth season
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Encourage blooms with plenty of sunlight
📦 Shipping Notes
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Ships in protective packaging to ensure safe arrival 📦
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Leaves, buds, and flowers may vary in stage due to seasonal cycles
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Some soil displacement during transit is normal—gently settle soil and water after unpacking