Adenium obesum – Desert Rose (Pink & White Bicolor) – Grown in Elfin Forest, California

🌿 Description

Bring home a striking and easy-care succulent with Adenium obesum – Desert Rose, known for its sculptural trunk and brilliant blooms. Grown with care in Elfin Forest, California, this sun-loving showstopper adds bold color and character to your plant collection.

This caudiciform succulent features a swollen base (caudex) and upright branches that bloom in pink-and-white bicolor flowers. Its thick, glossy leaves grow in a spiral rosette, giving it a tidy and compact look, even before it flowers.

Each plant is grown from seed and sold by pot size and approximate height. Please refer to the photos for visual examples of each available size.

Larger specimens may be available upon request — please contact us if you're interested in a bigger size.

✅ Description Highlights

• Pink-and-white bicolor blooms with bold petal edges
• Native to Africa & Arabia — locally grown in Elfin Forest, California
• Indoor height: approx. 1–3 ft (0.3–0.9 m); outdoor height: up to 6 ft (1.8 m) in warm climates
• Moderate growth rate; thickened caudex develops over time
• Striking bonsai-like form — flowers at a young size
• Thrives in bright light, well-draining soil, and infrequent watering
• Cold-sensitive; hardy in USDA Zones 10–12 (protect from frost)
• ⚠️ Toxic if ingested — keep away from pets and children

🛠️ Basic Care

• Light: Full sun or very bright indirect light
• Water: Water deeply but infrequently; allow soil to dry between waterings
• Soil: Well-draining cactus/succulent mix
• Grow Habit (Dormancy): May drop leaves and slow growth in winter — normal
• Hardiness: Protect below 40°F (4°C); USDA Zones 10–12
• Toxicity: Toxic if ingested
• Fertilizer: Feed with diluted cactus/succulent fertilizer during spring and summer

📦 Shipping & Guarantee

We are currently unable to ship live plants to Florida or Hawaii due to regulations.

We offer a flat shipping rate of $10 per order, no matter how many plants / cuttings you purchase. All orders are shipped via USPS Priority Mail, which typically arrives in 1–3 business days. If you would like to upgrade to Express, just send us a message before checking out.

Cuttings are packed carefully to ensure they arrive healthy and intact.

Weather Note: Please keep an eye on your local forecast before ordering. If temperatures are below 55°F in your area, we recommend purchasing a heat pack, available as a separate item in our shop. This helps protect your plant during transit in cold conditions.

Please message us within 24 hours of delivery with a photo if there are any issues with your order. We’ll do our best to make it right.

Please Note: Each plant is unique and may vary slightly in size, shape, and color. Growth and performance after delivery depend on your care and environment, so we cannot guarantee plant performance beyond arrival.