Desert Rose

Desert Rose thrives in dry soil and should be watered sparingly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Desert Rose Water Frequency →

Desert Rose Root Rot →

Desert Rose requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Desert Rose Light Requirements →

Desert Rose Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →

Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.

If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.

Desert Rose Toxicity to Cats →

Desert Rose Toxicity to Dogs →

Desert Rose Toxicity to Humans →

Desert Rose prefers dry environments. Providing extra humidity or misting your plant allows water to linger on leaves, which can create the perfect environment for harmful types of fungi.

Desert Rose Humidity Needs →

Desert Rose is very sensitive to wet soil, so choose a potting soil that drains very well and doesn’t retain too much moisture. A good soil will have lots of perlite or vermiculite for drainage and some organic matter for nutrition. A few handfuls of perlite added to regular store-bought cactus soil will do the trick!

Best Soil Mix for Desert Rose →

When and How to Successfully Repot Desert Rose →

Desert Rose grows very slowly and doesn’t require added fertilizer. Replacing your plant’s potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

How Much and When to Fertilize Desert Rose →

It’s common for Desert Rose to go dormant in the wintertime and you may notice their growth slow down. Waterings should be spaced out more during this time.

Desert Rose is native to Africa and the Middle East.

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.

• Common Bugs Affecting Desert Rose →
• Drooping Desert Rose Leaves →
• Desert Rose Dropping Leaves →
• Desert Rose Mushy Leaves →
• Black Spots on Desert Rose →
• Brown Spots on Desert Rose →
• Desert Rose Leaves Falling Over →
• Desert Rose Leaves Curling →
• Desert Rose Yellow Leaves →
• Desert Rose Root Rot →