Adenium Socotranum is also known as ‘Desert Rose’. A native of Socotra island in the Indian ocean, this plant belongs to the Apocynaceae family. Its bulbous-shaped truck and twiggy branches make it identifiable. Growing up to 10 to 16 feet in height, this winter-dormant plant is one of the most beautiful succulent plants.
Growth Rate
The growth rate of Adenium socotranum is slow, but it reaches incredible heights.
Flowering
This succulent plant blooms in a lovely pink color in the early spring season.
Water and Feeding/Fertilizer
Desert rose plants do not need excess water. However, lack of water creates problems in their growth. They need weekly watering during summers.
Soil
The desert rose thrives in well-drained soil.
Hardiness
This variety of succulents belongs to the hardiness zone of 10a to 11b and has a frost tolerance of 0° C (32° F).
Light
Adenium socotranum needs full sun to grow. When planted indoors, it needs a maximum of 6 hours of bright light.
Propagation
The Desert rose plant can be propagated through the cutting of branches or from seeds.
Adenium Socotranum ‘Desert Rose’ is a perfect succulent to add a decorative feel to any space. Suitable for both indoors & outdoors, this plant is a pure gem.
Some of the information in this description has been found at desert-tropicals.com, llifle.com and cactus-art.biz
| Blooming Season | Early spring |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Desert rose |
| Dormancy | Winter |
| Family | Apocynaceae |
| Flower | Pink |
| Frost Tolerance | Below 0°c |
| Growth Rate | Slow growth |
| Hardiness Zone | 10a to 11b |
| Height | 10′ to 16′ feet |
| Origin | Socotra island in the indian ocean |
| Pot Size | 3.5" |
| Scientific Name | Adenium socotranum desert rose small |
| Shape | globular or columnar |
| Sun Exposure | Full sun |
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Arrived really quickly! Great condition too!
Wow, this is a wonderful plant!
Such a high-quality product with a long life span.
Love how this plant grows so beautifully.