The desert rose, Adenium obesum, is a striking shrub native to arid regions of Africa and the Arabian Peninsula. Despite its name, it is not a rose but a succulent, so called for its beautiful blooms that vary in color from pink, red, white and purple, often with darker markings at the center of the flower.
For those seeking tropical garden ideas or looking for some of the best xeriscaping plants that can tolerate the summer sun, the desert rose is surely a shrub to consider. While it is notable for its flowers, the desert rose is also renowned for its unusual growth habit, with a thick, bulbous trunk that is unique and eye-catching.
