Description
Product Description
Overview
Dark Purple Adenium Obesum, also known as Desert Rose, is a striking ornamental plant that produces rich, velvety purple flowers. Its thick, sculptural stems and vibrant blooms make it a popular choice for both indoor and outdoor decoration. With minimal care and drought tolerance, Adenium is perfect for warm climates and container gardening.
Key Features
- Deep, dark purple blooms with elegant petal texture
- Distinctive thick caudex stem adds sculptural beauty
- Drought-tolerant and low maintenance
- Ideal for bonsai-style displays or decorative pots
- Perfect for indoor plant lovers and tropical gardens
Specifications
- Common Name: Desert Rose
- Botanical Name: Adenium obesum
- Flower Color: Dark Purple
- Plant Type: Perennial succulent
- Sunlight: Full sun
- Soil Type: Well-drained sandy or cactus mix
- Water Requirement: Low; water sparingly once established
- Blooming Season: Late spring to early autumn
- Height: 13 feet
- Zones: 1012 (can be grown indoors in cooler zones)
- Special Features: Non-GMO, drought-tolerant, ornamental caudex, tropical aesthetic
Planting and Growing Instructions
- Sowing Time: Early spring or summer for best germination.
- Sowing Depth: Press seeds gently into the soil surface, cover lightly.
- Germination Time: 714 days at 2530C (7786F).
- Soil Preparation: Use a well-draining cactus or sandy soil mix.
- Sunlight: Place in bright, direct sunlight.
- Watering: Keep soil slightly moist during germination; reduce watering as plant matures.
- Transplanting: Move to pots or outdoor beds once seedlings are strong enough.
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