How To Care Adenium Plant. Within the genus there are 15 recognized species although without a doubt the most popular is Adenium obesum or commonly known as the desert rose. The plant needs a sunny place and high air temperature in summer and at least 10C in winter as well as watering regime similar to a cactus.
Bright light to full sun with a maximum of 50 shade is best for adeniums during their growing season usually March through November. Its best to grow from fresh seeds or buy a plant from a nursery or even online. They can either sell you the seeds directly or point you to someone who sells them.
Fertilize with a dilution by half of a 20-20-20 liquid plant food once per month when the plant is actively growing.
Its natural habitat is tropical countries so it feels good in the apartment. Otherwise generally watering weekly twice is the general rule for adenium like any other succulent. They can either sell you the seeds directly or point you to someone who sells them. Before watering check the moisture of soil by putting the finger in the pot.