Adenium Somalense, known as a Desert Rose. It is originally found in Arabia. It is a shrub or small tree growing from 5 to 8 feet in the wild. The trunk form, foliage, and flowers are all very attractive. Each desert rose creates its own sculptural design. The shiny long green leaves are attractive. Leaves normally fall in winter. Adenium Somalense produces exotic 2 " darker pink, open-trumpet shaped flowers throughout the year in full sun. The Desert Rose produces a massive stem when growing older, but will start blooming when quite young, at only 6 inches tall. It makes a nice Bonsai. Do pruning after the plant's rest period. Heavy pruning should be kept to a minimum. New shoots can be pruned regularly. The sap is poisonous, so clean hands after pruning. Hardiness zones 9 -11, (4øC/40øF,-5øC/25øF) in winter. Extended periods below 40øF (4øC) might kill some of the branch tips. In summer, if possible, move outdoors to a sunny or partly shaded location. It needs a lot of light and fresh air. Keep in a bright location in winter. Ideally, growing temperature should not be below 54øF. However, in winter, keep it cool, between 54-61øF. Give the plant a needed rest. Use a mix of 2 parts peat moss, and one part sand. Fertilize monthly during spring and summer. Water when growing, but keep on the dry side in winter. The tree needs perfect drainage. It will lose leaves if over watered.