Adenium sp. 'Marigold' ('Marigold' Desert Rose) - Image 496

Botanical name: Adenium sp.

Common name: 'Marigold' Desert Rose

Cultivar: Marigold

Family: Apocynaceae

Origin: Arabia and East Africa

USDA Zone: 10-11

Small plant 2-5 ftPlant with caudexPlant used for bonsaiPlant form: Small; plant with caudex; suitable for bonsai
Plant mature sizeMature height: 2-5 ft
Full sunSemi-shadeSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor; semi-shade
Cold toleranceCold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Watering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWatering: Moderate
Pink flowersRed, crimson, vinous flowersYellow, orange flowersFlower color: Pink; red, crimson, vinous; yellow, orange
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Irritating plantIrritating or toxic: Irritating
Fragrant plantFragrance: Fragrant; perfume plant
Adenium sp. ('Marigold' Desert Rose) 'Marigold' pink and yellow flower close up
Adenium sp. ('Marigold' Desert Rose) 'Marigold' flower with pink and yellow wavy petals


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