Desert Rose·test collection
Adenium obesum
Desert Rose
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Care Guide
Care Requirements
LightFull sun to partial shade
WateringAllow the soil to dry out between watering; water less in winter
SoilWell-draining succulent or cactus mix
FertilizerBalanced liquid fertilizer during the growing season
HumidityLow to moderate humidity
TemperatureWarm; prefers temperatures above 60°F (15°C)
Growth & Life Cycle
HabitSucculent shrub
Mature SizeUp to 3 feet (0.9 m) tall
Growth RateSlow to moderate growth
BloomingFlowers in spring and summer
DormancyDormant in fall and winter
Propagation
MethodsSeed propagation, Cuttings
DifficultyModerate
Best SeasonSpring for cuttings; any season for seeds.
Maintenance & Notes
PruningPrune to shape and encourage bushier growth after flowering
RepottingRepot every 2-3 years in spring
Pests & DiseasesSusceptible to mealybugs and aphids; root rot if overwatered
ToxicityToxic if ingested; keep away from pets and children.