Desert Rose (Adenium Obesum)

Desert Rose (Adenium obesum) – وردة الصحراء

The Desert Rose, known locally as وردة الصحراء, is one of the most popular ornamental plants in the UAE. It is admired for its swollen caudex (thick trunk), glossy green leaves, and stunning pink, red, white, and bi-color trumpet-shaped flowers. The sculptural shape of the trunk makes every plant look like a piece of living art.

Native to arid regions, Desert Rose thrives in the UAE’s climate, tolerating heat, drought, and strong sunlight. It blooms repeatedly throughout the warm seasons, making it a favorite for villa gardens, terraces, balconies, rock gardens, and decorative indoor/outdoor pots.

وردة الصحراء is low-maintenance but requires well-drained soil and careful watering. Overwatering can harm the plant, while sunlight encourages heavy blooming. It is ideal for landscaping designers looking for an eye-catching feature plant with minimal care requirements.