Adenium sp. 'Black Sheep' ('Black Sheep' Desert Rose) - Image 2
Botanical name: Adenium sp.
Common name: 'Black Sheep' Desert Rose
Cultivar: Black Sheep
Family: Apocynaceae
Origin: Arabia and East Africa










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This Adenium hybrid, Black Sheep, truly lives up to its name with its unique, dark appearance. The deep, almost black petals surround a bright center, making it the "black sheep" of the family - standing out in a dramatic and unexpected way. With its mysterious beauty and striking contrast, this flower is a true standout in your garden.
See picture of caudex size.
Black colored adeniums start as reddish color buds, flower opens as red-black and darkens as matures. See picture of stages: darkening of black adenium flower.
Recommended Supplies: SUNSHINE Megaflor - Bloom Nutrition Booster
SUNSHINE-Epi - Caudex booster
Adenium Soilless Mix
Succulent Care. This plant is shipped bare-rooted. Plant it in well-drained soil mix, water and keep in warm (75-80F) place in filtered light. Let soil dry between waterings.
See picture of caudex size.
Black colored adeniums start as reddish color buds, flower opens as red-black and darkens as matures. See picture of stages: darkening of black adenium flower.
Recommended Supplies: SUNSHINE Megaflor - Bloom Nutrition Booster
SUNSHINE-Epi - Caudex booster
Adenium Soilless Mix
Succulent Care. This plant is shipped bare-rooted. Plant it in well-drained soil mix, water and keep in warm (75-80F) place in filtered light. Let soil dry between waterings.
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Grown in
6"/1 gal pot, shipped barerooted
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$49.95

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