Adenium obesum [red]

Also Known As

Adenium obesum 'Red'
Red Desert Rose

Plant type

shrub, cactus / succulent

size

H: 1'-3'
W: 1'-2'

planting zones

10a-12

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Adenium obesum [red] plant details

Adenium obesum [red] is a deciduous or semi-evergreen cactus / succulent or shrub with green foliage. In fall, spring, summer and winter red flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in winter, dry when dormant. Does well in average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Adenium obesum [red]

Plant type: cactus / succulent or shrub
Plant family: apocynaceae
Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 1 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: red blooms in fall, spring, summer and winter
Uses: caudex-forming, container plant, houseplant, tropical-looking, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Adenium obesum [red]

USDA Zones: 10a - 12
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Grown true from seed as a stabilized red, this strain of Desert Rose produces consistent deep red flowers with a well-formed caudex. They love it sunny, dry and warm, typical of their Madagascar home, and tolerate neglectful watering. When grown as a house plants, it's best to let the soil almost dry out between waterings. Remember, the more light the plant receives, and the smaller the pot size, the more frequent watering it will need for good growth.