Adenium obesum 'Baobab' (Desert Rose)

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Pot Diameter 6cm 12cm

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This Adenium obesum or the 'Desert rose' has a chunky thick bulb like trunk called a caudex which the leaves sprout from. Will flower with bright pink blood in the Summer. Native to Sahara tropical and subtropical eastern and southern Africa and Arabia. Re-pot every 2-3 years for a super healthy plant.

RATING- Easy-Moderate

LOVES-Feeding through the Spring and Summer (but do not feed in Winter) Water roughly once a week keeping the soil moist but not soggy- however allow the soil to dry out between watering. Reduce in winter. Keep in a bright position where possible, with a few hours of sunlight which can be increased as the plant matures.

HATES- Soggy and wet soil- this will lead to root rot and could encourage pests.

Please note, the photo may differ to the plant you receive, all pot diameters are as stated

SIZES AVAILABLE: Pot diameter
-6cm
-12cm

More information and care recommendations are below.

Overview

This Adenium obesum or the 'Desert rose' has a chunky thick bulb like trunk called a caudex which the leaves sprout from. Will flower with bright pink blood in the Summer. Native to Sahara tropical and subtropical eastern and southern Africa and Arabia. Re-pot every 2-3 years for a super healthy plant.

Quick Care Guide

Care Difficulty: This plant has easy to moderate care needs.

Light requirements: Will prefer a spot that is bright and warm, and can even tolerate some direct sunlight for around 4 hours a day! Give it a chance to get used to the sun if it has been in lower light so it doesn't scorch.

Watering: Water thoroughly but allow this plant to dry out mostly between waterings. Reduce waterings in winter.

Humidity: normal household conditions will be fine for this plant.

Toxicity: Toxic to humans and pets

Feeding: Enjoys being fed during Spring- Summer growth period every 2 months. Always follow the instructions on your feed of choice.

Repotting: Repot around once a year -check to see if the roots are coming out the bottom of the pot!

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