The desert rose, Adenium obesum, is a shrubby succulent with glossy green leaves and red-pink flowers. It has a widespread native distribution in Africa and the Arabian Peninsula.It’s a popular choice for bonsai, in part owing to the swollen caudex, which stores water.
Grow in full sun, but provide with a bit of shade from the hottest summer sun.
Light & Temperature: Not direct sunlight, shade is OK.
Watering: Avoid Dry Out, Mist for extra humidity
Native: Africa
Height: 14cm
Pot: 6cm
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