The desert rose, which is easy to grow from seed, is popular as a houseplant, although it is poisonous. There is also a plant that shares the same name but is completely different…
The rose of Jericho is also known as the desert rose
Anastatica hierochuntica - dries up when there is a lack of water
Anastatica hierochuntica is also known as True Rose Jericho or Resurrection Plant. When dry, it rolls up into a ball. If rain falls on the plant or if it is placed in a bowl of warm water, it will unfold again. The green leaves are the cotyledons of the seedlings.
Adenium obesum - stores the water
Adenium obesum is completely different:
- Watering with warm water has no significant effect
- Plant tolerates dry periods well
- does not contract when dry
- feeds from their water reservoir in their trunk
tips
You should only put the desert rose Anastatica hierochuntica in warm water for a short time. Otherwise there is a risk of mold.