Adenium obesum
ApocynaceaeAdenium Obesum · a succulent from the Apocynaceae family, featuring a thickened caudex and spectacular tropical flowers. Grown in our nursery in the Almería desert under full sun, with minimal watering and 100% mineral soil—the plant pictured is the one you will receive.
About Adenium Obesum
Adenium Obesum, of the Apocynaceae family, originates in East Africa and the Arabian Peninsula and has spread to home cultivation thanks to its beauty and resilience. Its most distinctive feature is a thickened caudex at the base that stores water, a trait that makes it unmistakable even among advanced collectors.
At Succulentae we produce Adenium Obesum with artisanal technique in southeastern Spain, following a cultivation protocol that replicates the sun, dryness and mineral conditions of its native habitat. This produces stronger specimens, with intense coloration and compact form, ready to join your collection.
Botanical fact sheet
| Scientific name | Adenium Obesum | |
| Family | Apocynaceae | |
| Origin | East Africa and the Arabian Peninsula | |
| Natural habitat | semi-arid savannas and rocky deserts | |
| Adult size | 30-80 cm in cultivation, up to 4 m in habitat | |
| Flowering | trumpet-shaped pink, red or white flowers in spring-summer | |
| Propagation | seed or stem cutting | |
| Toxicity | toxic sap · not safe for pets or children |
Did you know?
Known as the "Desert Rose", its sap was historically used in Africa to poison arrow tips. It is the most collected flowering succulent in the world.
Luz
Full direct sun
Riego
Moderate during growth; keep dry during winter dormancy
Sustrato
Very free-draining mineral substrate, specific for cacti and succulents
Temperatura
Protect below 10-12 °C (very cold-sensitive)
