Adenium Obesum, commonly known as Desert Rose, is a popular succulent plant often characterized by its showy flowers. This plant is native to many regions in East Africa and the Arabian Peninsulais and is easy to care for if you have ample sunlight.
Care Guide
Light Requirements
Prefers bright direct light. Tolerates bright indirect light. Growth will slow in lower light conditions.
Artificial Light
Direct Sun
Water Needs
Prefers to dry out. Tolerates drought. Will not tolerate excessive watering and can succumb to rot easily.
Infrequent
Frequent
Soil Preference
Prefers a well draining soil mix that doesn’t retain much water. Sand, pumice, and perlite are key components. This combination ensures stability, access to water when they need it, and consistent access to oxygen.