Adenium sp. 'Bua Sawan' ('Bua Sawan' Desert Rose) - Image 4

Botanical name: Adenium sp.

Common name: 'Bua Sawan' Desert Rose

Cultivar: Bua Sawan

Family: Apocynaceae

USDA Zone: 10-11

Cold tolerance: 35°F, protect from freezing

Large shrub 5-10 ft tallSmall tree 10-20 ftPlant with caudexPlant form: Large bush or small tree; plant with caudex
Plant mature sizeMature height: 10-20 ft
Full sunSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor
Cold toleranceCold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Watering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWater Requirement: Low. Allow soil to dry out between wateringsWatering: Moderate; tolerates dry conditions
Pink flowersRed, crimson, vinous flowersFlower color: Pink; red, crimson, vinous
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Toxic or PoisonousIrritating or toxic: Toxic plant/plant part
Adenium sp. ('Bua Sawan') Desert Rose pink flower, close up of layered ruffled petals.
Adenium sp. ('Bua Sawan') Desert Rose flower with layered pink petals and deep red edges.


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