Description
These plants commonly grow outdoors, however, when they are young, they can be seen within an indoor area.
| Sr | Item name |
|---|---|
| 1 | Adenium (Obesum) - Plant |
| 2 | 6 inch (15 cm) Grower Round Plastic Pot (Black) |
These bushes have thick stems and fleshy branches. Their foliage is generally oval-shaped and varies in size (2-7 inches). The size generally depends on the maturity of the plant and its location. These plants commonly grow outdoors, however, when they are young, they can be seen within an indoor area.
Taking care and growing adenium obesum, a succulent plant more commonly known as Desert Rose, is not challenging, and the plant will reward you with its unusual shape, beautiful deep red to pure white flowers and its tolerance of occasional neglect. Desert Rose plants found at the garden shop are usually grown from seed and similar to the true species found in nature. With the right conditions, adenium obesum can be a fast growing and stunning houseplant.Plant Specifications
*above specification are indicative only. actual dimensions may vary by +-10%
| Common Name | Desert rose,adenium |
| Maximum Reachable Height | Their foliage is generally oval-shaped and varies in size (2-7 inches). The size generally depends on the maturity of the plant and its location |
| Flower Colour | Beautiful deep red to pure white flowers |
| Bloom Time | year round blooming plant |
| Difficulty Level | Easy |
Planting and care
Adenium care
The plant perform best in big size containers (8inh or more) or plant them on ground
| Sunlight | These plants require much sunlight for proper development. If they are growing in cloudy locations, they become spindly and develop less vibrant blooms. Some species can withstand 30 to 50% shade and the sun can burn their foliage. |
| Watering | Water them 2 to 3 times a week. |
| Soil | The plant needs a good quality, coarse potting mix of 65% perlite, 5% rock, 5% sand and 20% top soil with coir or a small percentage of peat. Do not add fertilizer until the plant has been in the pot for 2 to 3 months. Planting adeniums, desert rose plants, in the ground is a bit different than in pots.Make sure you put 3 inches of rock in the bottom of the hole for drainage and then use the soil as described. Remember using regular potting mixes and top soils will cause root rot! |
| Temperature | The temperature required for these plants is not more than 95 degrees F. In areas with high humidity these plants grow better, regardless of whether they are outdoors or indoo |
| Fertilizer | Established adeniums do not need much care. In fact, many people never fertilize their adeniums and they grow great. Do not fertilize when flowering because it may cause the flower to drop. Dormancy. These plants require special care, especially after entering dormant periods. It is advised to move containers to dry and frost-free locations and water the plants once per month. When the spring comes, increase the amount of water, because the plant starts entering another cycle. |
Adenium special feature
Can be kept indoor in AC. The more sunlight plant get, the more flowers it blooms. The plant is very hardy, it need little care.
Adenium uses
Ornamental Use:
- Its generally keep indoor in living room and in terrace area
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