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Adenium obesum

~ Desert Rose ~


Origin:
  Yemen (on the southern tip of the Arabian Peninsula) to down the coast of eastern Africa

USDA Zone: 11 - 12

Heat & Frost Tolerance:  Drought, heat and sun tolerant.  Protect from frosts and freezes.

Growing Habits:  around 6' tall with a 5' or so spread.

Average Growth Rate:  many inches per year

Bloom:  hot pinkinsh-red trumpet bloom most times with a creamy-white center.

Location:  Full Sun... Makes fabulous container specimen

Propagation:  Seeds...  You can do cuttings but they tend to not put on the fabulous caudex most folks prefer.