ADENIUM ARABICUM

DESERT ROSE

OVERVIEW:

Adenium arabicum is a sculptural succulent prized for its swollen trunk, branching form and colorful flowers. Its distinctive caudex gives it exceptional architectural interest, making it a popular specimen for containers and warm-climate landscapes. The plant thrives in heat and requires excellent drainage.

CLASSIFICATION:

Scientific Name: Adenium arabicum
Common Name: Desert Rose
Family: Apocynaceae
Suggested Uses: Specimen plant, containers, courtyards, succulent gardens

CHARACTERISTICS:

Height: 3–6 ft.
Width: 3–6 ft.
Foliage: Green, deciduous to semi-evergreen
Flower: Pink to red, trumpet-shaped flowers
Bloom Period: Spring through fall
Growth Habit: Succulent, branching with swollen caudex

ENVIRONMENT:

Exposure: Full Sun
Water Use: Very Low
Soil: Extremely well-draining soil
USDA Zone: 10–11