If you are looking to add something special to your collection, this live Adenium Obesum ‘Pandora’ Variegated is a great choice. A thick, swollen caudex trunk flares out over the soil and rises into a crown of glossy leaves topped with large, ruffled red double blooms streaked with lighter tones. Whether you are deep into collecting caudex plants or want a show-stopping flowering centerpiece, this Desert Rose does not disappoint. You receive the exact plant photographed, and every Impala Lily we sell is prepared carefully by hand so it arrives looking fresh and healthy.
1x Flowering caudex plant, the exact specimen shown in the photos.
1x Custom Unboxing, Placement, and Care Guide.
The fat, bottle-shaped base is called a caudex. This plant stores water in it to survive dry seasons, and collectors prize a thick, sculptural caudex with exposed roots like this one. It is a sign of a mature, healthy plant.
Because the caudex holds so much water, soggy soil is the fastest way to cause rot. Always let the soil dry out before watering again, and water even less when the plant slows down in cooler months.
Light: Full sun is best for flowering. Give it at least 6 hours of direct sun outdoors, or your brightest window or a strong grow light indoors.
Watering: Soak and dry. Water thoroughly, then wait until the soil is completely dry. Reduce watering in winter.
Soil: Use a fast-draining, gritty cactus and succulent mix.
Temperature: Keep it above 50°F (10°C). Bring it indoors when nights turn cold.
Handling: Wear gloves when pruning. The milky sap can irritate skin.
For the collectors who like the exact taxonomy, this specimen is Adenium obesum ‘Pandora’ Variegated, a member of the dogbane family, Apocynaceae. You may also see it called Desert Rose, Impala Lily, Mock Azalea, Sabi Star, or Kudu Lily.
(Note for search indexing: This collector's item is sometimes searched for or misspelled online as Adenum, Adenium obseum, Adeniun, or Desert Rose bonzai.)
Hardiness Zone: 11-12 (Thrives in temperatures around 50°F / 10°C and above).
Bloom Time: Spring through fall in warm, sunny conditions.
Toxicity: Toxic if eaten. Keep away from pets and children.
If you are looking to add something special to your collection, this live Adenium Obesum ‘Pandora’ Variegated is a great choice. A thick, swollen caudex trunk flares out over the soil and rises into a crown of glossy leaves topped with large, ruffled red double blooms streaked with lighter tones. Whether you are deep into collecting caudex plants or want a show-stopping flowering centerpiece, this Desert Rose does not disappoint. You receive the exact plant photographed, and every Impala Lily we sell is prepared carefully by hand so it arrives looking fresh and healthy.
1x Flowering caudex plant, the exact specimen shown in the photos.
1x Custom Unboxing, Placement, and Care Guide.
The fat, bottle-shaped base is called a caudex. This plant stores water in it to survive dry seasons, and collectors prize a thick, sculptural caudex with exposed roots like this one. It is a sign of a mature, healthy plant.
Because the caudex holds so much water, soggy soil is the fastest way to cause rot. Always let the soil dry out before watering again, and water even less when the plant slows down in cooler months.
Light: Full sun is best for flowering. Give it at least 6 hours of direct sun outdoors, or your brightest window or a strong grow light indoors.
Watering: Soak and dry. Water thoroughly, then wait until the soil is completely dry. Reduce watering in winter.
Soil: Use a fast-draining, gritty cactus and succulent mix.
Temperature: Keep it above 50°F (10°C). Bring it indoors when nights turn cold.
Handling: Wear gloves when pruning. The milky sap can irritate skin.
For the collectors who like the exact taxonomy, this specimen is Adenium obesum ‘Pandora’ Variegated, a member of the dogbane family, Apocynaceae. You may also see it called Desert Rose, Impala Lily, Mock Azalea, Sabi Star, or Kudu Lily.
(Note for search indexing: This collector's item is sometimes searched for or misspelled online as Adenum, Adenium obseum, Adeniun, or Desert Rose bonzai.)
Hardiness Zone: 11-12 (Thrives in temperatures around 50°F / 10°C and above).
Bloom Time: Spring through fall in warm, sunny conditions.
Toxicity: Toxic if eaten. Keep away from pets and children.
