Adenium somalense
The Adenium somalense is indigenous to Somalia, Africa. Although this succulent is larger than the Adenium obesum 'Desert Rose,' it has slightly smaller, white and pink flowers. Flowers are typically produced along the main stem. Like the Adenium obesum, the Adenium somalense has a swollen stem with fleshy, green leaves.
During cold snaps/winter months, keep the Adenium somalense as dry as possible before temperatures drop. For fertilizer, we recommend the use of African Violet fertilizer.
To Propagate: Cuttings are easy to root or to cross pollinate to make seed.
Corporate Clients (The King hangs hard)
Movies:
RoboCop (1987)
RoboCop 2 (1990)
Hot Pursuit (2015)
Television:
USA Network's Queen of the South (2019)
Botanical Gardens:
New York Botanical Gardens
Oklahoma City Zoo/Botanical Gardens
Mercer Arboretum in Houston, Texas
Meijer Gardens in Grand Rapids, Michigan
Zoos:
Houston, TX Zoo
San Antonio, TX Zoo
Other Clientele:
Houston, TX Rodeo
The Cactus King's cacti and succulents have gone international! If you ever find yourself in China with a little spare time, head to the Chimelong Ocean Kingdom. It is the largest Aquarium in the world (no big deal, pun definitely intended).
The Cactus King's plants are also featured in the Chimelong Ocean Kingdom's partner parks. These include their water park, amusement park, crocodile park and botanical gardens.