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Adenium obesum

Adenium obesum

Product number: 620250
Origin: East Africa
Latin: Adenium obesum

That this decorative plant is a relative of our Vinca (periwinkle) is evident from its flower and glossy leaves, but not from its thick, fleshy stem, which can reach a height of 1 meter (in nature even 3 meters!) from thickening roots. The plants bloom profusely at the tips and regularly renew their broadly spreading leaves. The seeds of this most well-known (but no less beautiful) species come from plants in Tanzania. The flowers are bright white with a red edge. Give the plant a warm and bright spot; too much water is out of the question. Bonsai enthusiasts love this plant because it naturally forms a miniature tree.

Names:
Latin: Adenium obesum
Dutch: Woestijnroos
English: Desert Rose

Sowing method: Possible year-round. Use good seed starting mix (3/4 coco peat with 1/4 silver sand). First soak the seeds in warm water for 24 hours, then sow shallowly (just covered is enough) and keep them quite moist. If nothing germinates after 4 weeks, place the seed tray in the refrigerator for a few weeks, then return to warmth.

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