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Adenium obesum

Family Apocynaceae
Plant Type cactus
Zone
Care Level
Height 0.9 - 4.5 m (3 - 15 ft)
Spread 0.9 - 1.5 m (3 - 5 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture very low to low, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH neutral to alkaline

Description The cactus Adenium obesum (desert rose) is repeat-blooming and bears showy and white blossoms during early summer to late summer. The glossy foliage is greyish green in colour, medium in texture and semi-evergreen. Adenium obesum (desert rose) has showy and smooth stems. A specimen plant, Adenium obesum (desert rose) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Alpine or rock garden, container, house plant, specimen, topiary and tropical.
Special Characteristics It is worthy to note that Adenium obesum tolerates compacted soil. This cactus attracts hummingbirds and butterflies to your garden.