Adenium sp. 'Black Amaryllis' ('Black Amaryllis' Desert Rose) - Image 540

Botanical name: Adenium sp.

Common name: 'Black Amaryllis' Desert Rose

Cultivar: Black Amaryllis

Family: Apocynaceae

Origin: Arabia and East Africa

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

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 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 flowersUnusual colorFlower color: Pink; red, crimson, vinous; unusual color
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Irritating plantIrritating or toxic: Irritating
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Adenium sp. 'Black Amaryllis' (Black Amaryllis) Desert Rose red white flower close up
Adenium sp. 'Black Amaryllis' (Black Amaryllis) Desert Rose flower with multiple layered petals and color streaks.
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