Adenium obesum [picotee flower]

Also Known As

Adenium obesum 'Picotee'

Plant type

shrub, cactus / succulent

size

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

planting zones

10a-12

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Adenium obesum [picotee flower] plant details

Adenium obesum [picotee flower] is a semi-evergreen cactus / succulent or shrub with green foliage. In fall and summer pink and white flowers emerge. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in winter. Does well in gritty, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Adenium obesum [picotee flower]

Plant type: cactus / succulent or shrub
Plant family: apocynaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 1 FT - 3 FT - wide, 1 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: pink and white blooms in fall and summer
Uses: houseplant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Adenium obesum [picotee flower]

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Adenium ‘Picotee’ is a beautiful succulent plant with a swollen trunk used for storing water. An easy care, drought tolerant plant that is great in landscapes or as a houseplant. Provide a well drained soil away from reflected heat. Once established, water infrequently during the hot season. Protect your plant from frost!