General Plant Information (Edit)
Plant Habit: Shrub
Cactus/Succulent
Sun Requirements: Full Sun
Full Sun to Partial Shade
Water Preferences: Mesic
Dry Mesic
Dry
Plant Height: Variable, 4 to 5 feet or more
Plant Spread: 2 to 3 feet
Leaves: Semi-evergreen
Deciduous
Fruit: Dehiscent
Flowers: Showy
Bloom Size: 2"-3"
Flower Time: Late winter or early spring
Spring
Late spring or early summer
Summer
Late summer or early fall
Fall
Late fall or early winter
Underground structures: Taproot
Suitable Locations: Xeriscapic
Houseplant
Resistances: Drought tolerant
Toxicity: Leaves are poisonous
Roots are poisonous
Fruit is poisonous
Propagation: Seeds: Provide light
Start indoors
Will not come true from seed
Propagation: Other methods: Cuttings: Stem
Layering
Other: Cuttings will form roots but rarely form a caudex.
Containers: Suitable in 3 gallon or larger
Needs excellent drainage in pots

Common names
  • Desert Rose

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