Senin, 08 Desember 2008
Desert Rose (Adenium Somalense) 100 Seeds
Adenium Somalense is a perennial found in Somalia, Kenya and Tanzania. It is a multi-trunk shrub or small tree growing about half as wide as it does high. It will grow from 5 to 8 feet in the wild. The trunk form, foliage, and flowers are all very attractive. Each desert rose creates its own sculptural design. The base is large (obesum) and in various shapes. The shiny long green leaves are attractive. Leaves normally fall in Winter. Adenium Somalense has flowers with five lines stripped down right in the middle of each petal. Known to be a prolific bloomer. The flowers are 5-7 cm large. The Desert Rose produce a massive stem when growing older, but will start blooming when quite young, at only 6 inches tall. Do pruning after the plant's rest period. Heavy pruning should be kept to a minimum. New shoots can be pruned regularly. The sap is poisonous, so clean hands after pruning. Hardiness zones 9 -11, (4°C/40°F,-5°C/25°F) in Winter. Extended periods below 40°F (4°C) might kill some of the branch tips. In Summer, if possible, move outdoors to a sunny or partly shaded location. Needs lots of light and fresh air. Keep in a bright location in Winter. Ideally, growing temperature should not be below 54°F. However, in the Winter, keeping it cool, between 54-61°F. Give the plant a needed rest.
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