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Desert Rose Flowering Plant - Adenium Obesum 'Baobab'

Desert Rose Flowering Plant - Adenium Obesum 'Baobab'

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Meet the Adenium obesum 'Baobab' (Desert Rose)

Native to the Sahara and tropical to subtropical regions of eastern and southern Africa, as well as Arabia, this striking plant features a chunky, bulb-like trunk called a caudex, from which its glossy leaves emerge. In summer, it rewards you with vibrant pink blooms, adding a splash of desert drama to your home.

Why You'll Love It

  • If you want a desert-inspired showstopper
  • Have a bright warm spot
  • Small plant, big impact

Growing & Care

Bright warm spot with some direct sunlight. Water when soil is completely dry. No humidity. A balanced houseplant fertiliser. Left to grow, expect a spread of Up to 12-20 cm wide and a height of Up to 15 cm - 30 cm tall with time.

Repotting

Once a year.

A Few Things to Watch For

  • Overwatering or sitting in soggy soil
  • Cold draughts or sudden temperature changes
  • Not pet safe — keep out of reach of pets and small children
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Desert Rose Flowering Plant - Adenium Obesum 'Baobab' Care Tips

  • Care Difficulty

    Easy To Care For

  • Light Preference

    Bright warm spot with some direct sunlight.

  • Temperature

  • Plant Height

  • Watering

    Water when soil is completely dry.

  • Humidity

    No humidity.

  • Toxicity

    Not pet safe — keep out of reach of pets and small children

  • How Does It Grow?

    Slow and steady growth rate; reaching Up to 15 cm - 30 cm tall with time; Occasional, to manage size and encourage bushier growth. This plant is deciduous so will drop all its leaves over winter.

Desert Rose Flowering Plant - Adenium Obesum 'Baobab'

The Story Behind the Adenium obesum 'Baobab' (Desert Rose)

Native to the Sahara and tropical to subtropical regions of eastern and southern Africa, as well as Arabia, this striking plant features a chunky, bulb-like trunk called a caudex, from which its glossy leaves emerge. In summer, it rewards you with vibrant pink blooms, adding a splash of desert drama to your home.

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