Desert rose

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This is a closeup of a gypsum mineral called "Desert Rose." Here is a short explanation about this interesting mineral. Desert rose is the colloquial name given to rose-like formations of gypsum or baryte crystal clusters which contain abundant grains of sand. The ‘petals’ are crystals flattened on the c crystallographic axis, fanning open in radiating flattened crystal clusters. The rosette crystal habit tends to occur when the crystals form under arid sandy conditions, such as a shallow…

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Adenium obesum (Desert Rose) is an evergreen or drought-deciduous succulent shrub or small tree that can grow up to 10 feet (3 m) tall ...

If you love roses but don’t relish the upkeep, plant adenium or desert rose. With beautiful flowers and no thorns, it’s an easy-care succulent.

Large desert rose formation in the Tunisian desert

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Adeniums, or Desert Rose, are eye-catching succulents native to Africa and the Arabian Peninsula known for their vibrant, trumpet-shaped flowers.

Adenium desert rose is widely known by its deep red flowers and a swollen succulent stem. It is frequently referred to as Adenium Obesum, the plant which growth mainly depends on pruning and variety. Be very careful with the sap of Adenium desert rose, as it is poisonous and should not come into contact with pets and children.